Transportation Contract Specialist - Kanawha County

West Virginia Department of Transportation • Charleston, WV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Contract Specialist performs administrative work pertaining to contract development in a division/district. The incumbent should have knowledge of all federal, state, and agency contract laws, policies, and procedures. The employee in this position will perform the following duties: Review preliminary and final engineering proposals to assure compliance with the rules and regulation procedures for the procurement of architectural and engineering services. Draft engineering agreements on behalf of the Department of Highways to retain design, environmental, and construction services from consultant firms, for the development and operation of highway transportation facilities. Perform internal audits for project agreements to determine compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Prepare a review of the audit findings to compare against cost presented in the consultant proposals to determine accuracy of calculations. Prepare fee memos for final agreement. May perform related duties as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the State contract laws, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of WV Purchasing Division rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of WVDOT Budget and Procurement Division rules and regulations.
• Ability to gather and analyze technical data relating to the characteristics of highly complex and varied commodities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in contracts, contract development, evaluating bids, contract negotiations, or purchasing may substitute for the required training/education on a year-for-year basis, through an established formula.
• Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in contracts, contract development, evaluating bids, contract negotiations, or purchasing.
• A Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience.

Nice To Haves

• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and maintain statewide contracts for the procurement of goods and services relating to the construction and maintenance of roadways.
• Oversees/monitors all aspects of the contract process.
• Evaluates bids and awards contracts.
• Prepare and edit contracts between the agency and potential vendors.
• Handle breach of contracts in a timely manner.
• Serve as the main liaison with outside contracting representatives.
• Develop and implement effective procurement proposals.
• Research regulations to guarantee contracts are updated and in compliance with laws.
• Coordinate with vendors to guarantee that the terms of contracts are fulfilled in compliance with the contract terms and regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level