Senior Contract Administrator/Contract Administrator
About The Position
Under general supervision, this role manages complex technology, construction, architectural, engineering, and professional services procurements. The Contract Administrator independently oversees all phases of the procurement process—planning, budgeting, negotiation, contracting, and vendor performance—while ensuring compliance with agency policies and applicable laws. The Contract Administrator is an exempt position in salary grade 195: Min - $88,753.60, Mid - $106,038.40, Max - $123,302.40/year. The Senior level is an exempt position in salary grade 205: Min - $97,864.00, Mid - $116,896.00, Max - $135,928.00/year. The position level and starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications. This posting will remain open until filled.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 3+ years of purchasing experience, ideally in public-sector contracting.
- Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Technical expertise in procurement processes, contract administration, and policy compliance.
- A highly collaborative, solutions-oriented professional with integrity and strong communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead negotiations and prepare, issue, and administer complex contracts.
- Develop scopes of work, create RFPs, and support pre-proposal conferences and site visits.
- Monitor vendor performance, resolve contract issues, and prepare amendments, revisions, and close-outs.
- Analyze bids and proposals, conduct cost/price evaluations, and chair evaluation committees.
- Provide procurement strategies, pricing estimates, and funding validation for internal customers.
- Interpret contract provisions and advise project managers on compliance matters.
Benefits
- Opportunity to impact high-visibility, mission-critical projects across OCTA.
- Collaborative culture that values innovation, integrity, and professional growth.
- Work that is meaningful, strategic, and essential to the region’s transportation programs.
- Join a team where innovation, integrity, and strategic thinking are valued.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
