Sr Contracts Analyst

Public Service Enterprise Group - Bethpage, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Bethpage, NY

10,001+ employees

Utilities

About the position

The Sr Contracts Analyst at PSEG is responsible for providing consultative technical, analytical, and functional support in contract management for various operational processes within the Long Island T&D Operations Organization. This role involves managing contractor activities, participating in procurement processes, and ensuring compliance with contract specifications while monitoring project progress and financials.

Responsibilities

• Manage, schedule, monitor, and bill contractor activities in assigned areas.
• Develop specifications, bid documents, and strategies for contractors with project teams.
• Participate in contractor procurement processes, including pre-bid site visits and proposal reviews.
• Assist in defining the scope of work and assessing qualifications of bidding candidates in RFPs.
• Provide contract interpretation to contractors and review contractor work progress for invoice processing.
• Monitor spending against purchase orders and signal the need for increases to project managers.
• Maintain a Change Order Log for unforeseen changes and ensure timely documentation submission.
• Assist with invoice validation for payments and review contractor invoices for accuracy.
• Monitor contractor performance and resolve billing disputes.
• Review contractor documentation for extra work and claims negotiation.
• Develop cash flow projections for projects based on contract purchase orders and schedules.
• Provide monthly forecasts for projects and update accruals based on invoicing and progress.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience with utility or construction contracts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Project) and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Ariba, Catalyst).
• Knowledge of fact-finding and data presentation.
• Experience using project/contract management systems for data analysis.
• Strong administrative skills for monitoring contractor progress and cost control.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational skills and personal accountability.
• Detail-oriented approach.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Contract Professional Manager (CCPM) or Project Management Certification (PMP).
• Lean Six Sigma Certification.
• Experience with project management documentation management software.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Well-being and behavioral health programs.
• 401(k) retirement program with company match.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.