Contract Administration Specialist

State of Oregon•Bend, OR

1d•$5,008 - $7,770•Hybrid

About The Position

The Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Specialist 2 – Contract Administration Specialist to join their Delivery and Operations Division – Region 4 Construction Crew in Bend. This role will provide leadership for the quality assurance program related to construction projects, ensuring contract requirements are met, verifying the quality of materials, and reviewing contractor documents and payments. The position contributes to maintaining a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that supports Oregon's communities and economy.

Requirements

Three years of experience in the field of engineering related to construction contract administration, construction inspection, materials inspection and/or testing; OR An associate degree in the field of engineering (civil or transportation-related) and one year of engineering technician experience; OR A bachelor’s degree in the field of engineering (civil or transportation-related); OR An equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
Valid US driver license and an acceptable driving record.
Ability to work 50% of the time in the field, moving around rough terrain, and working in inclement weather.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Willingness to work long hours and be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Must be able to work in the US.
Experience with civil rights such as paid summary reports and monthly employee utilization reports.
Experience communicating effectively with contractors and staff.

Nice To Haves

Experience interpreting plans and specifications.
Experience using AASHTOWare and Doc Express.

Responsibilities

Calculate and verify material quantities, equipment costs, and labor costs.
Check grades and other engineering calculations for construction projects, contract change orders, extra work orders, and other types of orders.
Interpret contract plans and specifications to maintain project test summaries for non-field tested materials and to ensure contract compliance.
Verify that quality assurance, quantity documentation, and general contract administration requirements are met.
Review, record, and track contractor submittals and project documentation.
Prepare monthly progress estimates of payment and verify contractor payrolls.
Report and coordinate contract work.
Inspect sampling and testing procedures and confirm technician certifications.
Provide expertise on testing procedures and resolve issues.
Perform complex engineering calculations.