Strategic Procurement Lead - Engineering Services

Wayne State University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A public university in Virginia seeks a Procurement Officer to lead procurement processes for engineering professional services. Responsibilities include overseeing contract administration, coordinating contract feedback, and providing thorough documentation to maintain compliance with applicable regulations. Strong communication, independent operation, and procurement oversight skills are essential. A Virginia Contracting Officer certification is required. This role supports divisions and districts statewide, ensuring effective procurement outcomes.

Qualifications

• Ability to assess and implement improvements in scheduling and managing procurement.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Experience analyzing and evaluating highly technical procurements.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement processes for engineering professional services and ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Coordinate and analyze contract feedback; serve as contract administrator.
• Provide thorough documentation to maintain contract and procurement files.

Skills

Effective communication

Independent operation

Procurement oversight

Logic and reasoning

Technical analysis

Customer service

Contract administration

Education

Virginia Contracting Officer certification

Tools

Automated procurement systems

E-commerce applications

Job description

A public university in Virginia seeks a Procurement Officer to lead procurement processes for engineering professional services. Responsibilities include overseeing contract administration, coordinating contract feedback, and providing thorough documentation to maintain compliance with applicable regulations. Strong communication, independent operation, and procurement oversight skills are essential. A Virginia Contracting Officer certification is required. This role supports divisions and districts statewide, ensuring effective procurement outcomes.