Manager, Construction Contracts

Austin NAWIC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland is seeking a Manager, Construction Contracts to lead the procurement and contracting activities for construction-related projects, including capital initiatives, maintenance contracts, and professional services.

The role ensures all procurements comply with Maryland regulations and university policies, supervising staff and coordinating complex contracting processes to advance infrastructure goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five years of experience as a procurement officer in a public sector or higher education setting; two years at a management level in a central procurement office.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise procurement activities for construction, architectural & engineering, and facilities maintenance projects.
• Review requisitions, specifications, and project scopes to determine procurement methods per State procurement law.
• Develop and manage solicitation documents, including evaluation criteria, contract terms, and performance standards.
• Lead pre-bid/pre-proposal conferences, site visits, contractor discussions, and negotiation processes.
• Evaluate bids/proposals, determine responsiveness/responsibility, and recommend contract awards.
• Administer contracts post-award, including monitoring performance, modifications, renewals, and dispute resolution.
• Ensure compliance with MBE/VSBE/SBR/SBPP participation and reporting requirements.
• Supervise procurement staff; provide training in contract management.
• Prepare BPW documentation, reports, and procurement testimony if required.
• Support audits, reporting, policy development, and strategic procurement initiatives.

Skills

Procurement management

Contract management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPPO, NIGP-CPP, C.P.M., CPSM certification

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Manager, Construction Contracts

Division Division of Finance & Administration

Department Procurement & Property Control Department

Work Status Full Time

Position Category Staff

Salary Range $110,000 - $130,000 / year

Fund Source State Support

Job Summary

Manages and administers the University's construction-related procurement and contracting activities, including capital projects, maintenance contracts, and professional services (e.g., A/E and commissioning). Ensures all procurements comply with State of Maryland procurement regulations and University policies. Supervises procurement staff and coordinates complex contracting processes to support institutional infrastructure and capital development goals.

Job Duties

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise procurement activities, including IFBs, RFPs, and sole source procurements for construction, architectural and engineering (A/E), and facilities maintenance projects.
• Review requisitions, specifications, and project scopes to determine appropriate procurement methods in compliance with State procurement law.
• Develop and manage solicitation documents, including evaluation criteria, contract terms, and performance standards.
• Lead pre-bid/pre-proposal conferences, site visits, contractor discussions, and negotiation processes.
• Evaluate bids/proposals, determine responsiveness/responsibility, and recommend contract awards.
• Administer contracts post-award, including monitoring performance, compliance, modifications, renewals, and dispute resolution.
• Ensure compliance with MBE/VSBE/SBR/SBPP participation and reporting requirements.
• Supervise and mentor procurement staff; assign work, review output, and provide training in contract management.
• Prepare Board of Public Works (BPW) documentation, reports, and presentations, and provide procurement testimony if required.
• Support audits, reporting, policy development, and strategic initiatives to improve procurement efficiency.

Requested Minimum Qualifications

Education Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience Required: Five years of experience as a procurement officer in a public sector or higher education setting; two years at a management level in a central procurement office.

Other Preferences for Consideration

Experience Preferred: Three years of the above-stated experience in a state of Maryland agency and/or higher education setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

CPPO, NIGP-CPP, C.P.M., CPSM or related procurement or contract management certification(s)

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number ST01643
• Number of Vacancies 1
• Job Open Date 10/20/2026
• Application Review Date 10/30/2026
• Job Close Date 11/10/2026

Applicant Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter