Senior Contract Manager – Public Health

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework arrangement

Competitive salary

Job summary

Dept of State Health Services in Austin, TX is seeking a Contract Manager to lead contracting activities from development through closeout, ensuring rigorous adherence to state policies and stakeholder coordination.

You will oversee budgets, performance metrics and contractor accountability, with hybrid telework and city-based responsibilities. A strong background in contract law, procurement processes and cross-functional leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of contracting regulations and contract management.
• Knowledge of audit principles and process improvement.
• Experience with state procurement, budgeting policies and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead contracting activities including RFP development, planning, and evaluation.
• Coordinate budget reviews, funding decisions and performance measures.
• Monitor contract performance, expenditures and deliverables for compliance.
• Provide guidance on contract administration policies and procedures.
• Serve as liaison among stakeholders and contractors throughout the contract lifecycle.

Skills

Contract management

Budget reviews

RFP development

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Dept of State Health Services in Austin, TX is seeking a Contract Manager to lead contracting activities from development through closeout, ensuring rigorous adherence to state policies and stakeholder coordination.

You will oversee budgets, performance metrics and contractor accountability, with hybrid telework and city-based responsibilities. A strong background in contract law, procurement processes and cross-functional leadership is required.