Senior Contract Specialist — Complex Deals & Compliance

Texas Department of Transportation; Dallas, Fort Worth (TX, TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid for full-time

Tuition Assistance

Career Development Opportunities

Wellness Program

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Contract Specialist IV/V to manage advanced contract duties including development, analysis, evaluation, and compliance monitoring for transportation programs. You will interact with governmental officials and private entities, creating complex contracts, amendments, and associated reports.

The role involves leading, coordinating and auditing contract processes, negotiating renewals, and guiding staff on procedures.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, finance or related field with substitutions based on experience.
• Experience: Contract administration and related duties; graduate study may substitute for experience.
• Licenses/Certificates: Valid driver's license and ability to drive a state vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Acts as consultant providing technical assistance to plan, develop, implement, and monitor programs.
• Develops, writes, revises and prepares complex contracts, amendments, forms and reports.
• Negotiates contract renewals and amendments.
• Coordinates print, binding and distribution of contracts and manuals.
• Composes and transmits conditional award notices.
• Conducts audits, analyzes problems and proposes solutions.
• Reviews change orders, monthly estimates and contract documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Supports budget monitoring and staff training on contract procedures.

Skills

Contract development

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Legal terminology

Data analysis

Public sector procurement

Education

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

Job description

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Contract Specialist IV/V to manage advanced contract duties including development, analysis, evaluation, and compliance monitoring for transportation programs. You will interact with governmental officials and private entities, creating complex contracts, amendments, and associated reports.

The role involves leading, coordinating and auditing contract processes, negotiating renewals, and guiding staff on procedures.