Strategic Public Works Contracts Specialist

The City of San Diego; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Diego is seeking a Senior Contract Specialist to manage complex contracts across consulting, architectural, engineering, design, construction and pre-purchased materials for City projects.

The role involves negotiating awards, developing terms, and maintaining contract conditions to protect public interests. You will prepare reports and present to City Council and stakeholders, and supervise Contract Specialists while overseeing end-to-end contract administration.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a Bachelor's degree or equivalent (120 semester/180 quarter units).
• Three years of professional contract administration experience in architecture, engineering, or construction.
• Experience must include contract development, bid/Proposal evaluation, negotiation, and administration of contract terms.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and recommend contract awards for City projects.
• Administer and terminate various contracts including consulting, architectural and engineering projects, design, construction and construction management, and pre-purchased materials.
• Develop and maintain commercial terms and conditions; prepare negotiation plans and strategies.
• Prepare reports and correspondence; make presentations to City Council and stakeholders.
• Supervise and review the work of subordinate Contract Specialists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract administration

Public works contracting

Bid evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The City of San Diego is seeking a Senior Contract Specialist to manage complex contracts across consulting, architectural, engineering, design, construction and pre-purchased materials for City projects.

The role involves negotiating awards, developing terms, and maintaining contract conditions to protect public interests. You will prepare reports and present to City Council and stakeholders, and supervise Contract Specialists while overseeing end-to-end contract administration.