Strategic Contracts & Project Lead

Cobb County Government; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County Government seeks a professional for project management and contract administration within an assigned department. The role supervises consultants and contractors, coordinates planning, budgeting, and scheduling, and ensures compliance with contracts and standards.

Responsibilities include preparing RFPs, negotiating scopes, managing change orders, and serving as liaison to the public and other government agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field is required.
• Two years of experience in managing projects or administering contracts is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises consultants, contractors, and work crews to ensure contract compliance with costs, schedule, specs, and quality.
• Coordinates planning, preliminary design, and budgeting; develops schedules and ensures design approval.
• Prepares RFPs, bid packages, and conducts pre-bid meetings; negotiates scope and fees for professional services.
• Manages project plans, critical path tasks, change orders, and budget monitoring to meet timelines.
• Acts as liaison to the public and other agencies; presents status and coordinates meetings.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field

Job description

Cobb County Government seeks a professional for project management and contract administration within an assigned department. The role supervises consultants and contractors, coordinates planning, budgeting, and scheduling, and ensures compliance with contracts and standards.

Responsibilities include preparing RFPs, negotiating scopes, managing change orders, and serving as liaison to the public and other government agencies.