Procurement Contract Specialist II

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) seeks a Contract Administrator II to manage end-to-end procurement for IFB and RFQ processes, from receipt of requests to contract award and close-out. The role emphasizes strong negotiation and advisory support to internal customers in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include documenting procurement actions, selecting contract types, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and WMATA policies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Government procurement and contract administration.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of WMATA procurements and various contract types.
• Experience developing and administering requests for proposals and/or quotations.

Responsibilities

• Performs contract life cycle activities from proposal to close-out.
• Plans procurement from request through solicitation, negotiation, contract award, administration and close-out.
• Conducts the award process including documentation, bid/proposal handling, evaluation and award actions.
• Negotiates price, terms, and contract modifications; advises customers on policy and contract interpretation.
• Mentors junior Contract Administrators in efficient procurement actions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Quantitative analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business Admin/Engineering)

High school diploma + 4 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PeopleSoft ERP

Document management software

Email

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) seeks a Contract Administrator II to manage end-to-end procurement for IFB and RFQ processes, from receipt of requests to contract award and close-out. The role emphasizes strong negotiation and advisory support to internal customers in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include documenting procurement actions, selecting contract types, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and WMATA policies.