Contract Manager

Hill international•Phoenix, AZ

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Hill International is seeking a Contract Manager in Phoenix, Arizona. The Contract Manager is to perform advanced level work in writing, negotiating, awarding, and administering complex professional services contracts. This position is involved in a variety of procurement activities including preparation of specifications, the bidding process, and preparation, renewal and monitoring of professional services contracts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or related field. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
Minimum of 5 years of experience working with governmental contracts or experience assisting a contracts administrator in contract preparation.
Knowledge of government contract law, principles, regulations, and policies to include techniques, operations, and contracting processes.
Practical experience with A.R.S. Title 34 Procurement required.
SAP/Oracle products experience required.
Must be willing to work full-time on-site in Phoenix, AZ.

Responsibilities

Review contract scope of services for completeness.
Write contract requirements in conformance with city policies and state and federal laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations.
Review contracts for accuracy and changes prior to bid and renewal.
Approve bid proposals and specifications and compose Requests for Council.
Research and interpret contract provisions including explaining contract processes, penalties, and compliance terms to users.
Coordinate the renewal and extension of contracts.
Resolve discrepancies in contracts and prepare written documentation.
Serve as a liaison between departments, contractors, consultants, and users.
Prepare advertisements, conduct pre-proposal meetings, and facilitate evaluations of Requests for Proposals and Requests for Qualifications.
Develop the scope and specifications for complex professional service contracts.
Create responses to special correspondence and handle special assignments and problems such as responses to citizen inquiries, bid protests, and vendor related issues.
Write and evaluate specifications and invitations to bid.
Execute contract preparation, negotiation, conflict resolution, and public administration.
This role includes all phases, from advertising a project to the final contract award.