Senior Contract Specialist - Complex Contracts & Negotiations

Texas Department of Transportation; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑

Job summary

TxDOT Odessa District is seeking Contract Specialist III/IV/V in Odessa, TX. This role involves developing, analyzing, and monitoring contracts; liaising with legal staff; ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements; and supporting procurement activities in a complex government environment.

A Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in contract administration are required, with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package including flexible schedules, health coverage,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field.
• 3 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting.
• 4 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting.
• 5 years in contract administration, administrative support, bookkeeping or accounting.

Responsibilities

• Assists in researching and making recommendations concerning contract administration systems.
• Assists with contract negotiations.
• Reviews contracts, amendments, subcontracts, procurement documents, time extensions and related items.
• Audits payment invoices for completeness, accuracy and compliance with terms and procedures.
• Monitors contract performance and coordinates with legal staff on complex matters.

Skills

Contract administration

Negotiations

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related field

Tools

Legal references

Job description

TxDOT Odessa District is seeking Contract Specialist III/IV/V in Odessa, TX. This role involves developing, analyzing, and monitoring contracts; liaising with legal staff; ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements; and supporting procurement activities in a complex government environment.

A Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in contract administration are required, with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package including flexible schedules, health coverage,