Strategic Construction Contracts Manager

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); On-site; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The MTA Construction & Development Department seeks a Manager, Construction Contracts to lead procurement for major capital projects in New York. This role supervises contracts, negotiates terms, and supports award decisions for multi‑billion dollar programs.

You will collaborate with senior management, ensure compliance with procurement rules, and mentor contracts specialists while maintaining rigorous documentation and reporting standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Finance, Government Contracting, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience in contracts and procurement.
• Experience working in and with public sector procurement management principles, government project administration, and government bid process.
• Knowledge of matters involving public works projects, construction projects, and real estate matters.
• Knowledge of contract terminology, terms and conditions, procurement, and construction management (including construction scheduling).
• Familiarity and experience with relevant local, state, and federal laws, including federal and state procurement laws, rules, and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem - solving, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite and document management software.

Responsibilities

• Support senior staff with the award and documentation of construction-related contracts, including A+B bidding, design-build, progressive-design build, and public - private partnerships contracts.
• Support senior staff in the Contracts Department with researching, enhancing, standardizing, and implementing digital procurements across MTA C&D.
• Work with Project Offices and Change Control Teams on behalf of the Contracts Department to process changes to capital construction contracts, including evaluation, analysis, and negotiations, as well as ensure the completeness of change order files and compliance with MTA C&D processes and procedures.
• Provide status updates on the relevant tasks and activities to agency officers, as required.
• Ensure that contract files properly document the procurement and decision-making process to promote the efficient operation of the Contracts Department.
• Ensure that awards and contract changes are logged in a timely and accurate manner for easy tracking and reporting.

Skills

Contract negotiations

Public procurement

Public sector experience

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

The MTA Construction & Development Department seeks a Manager, Construction Contracts to lead procurement for major capital projects in New York. This role supervises contracts, negotiates terms, and supports award decisions for multi‑billion dollar programs.

You will collaborate with senior management, ensure compliance with procurement rules, and mentor contracts specialists while maintaining rigorous documentation and reporting standards.