Manager Construction Contracts

Position at MTA Construction & Development

Manager, Construction Contracts

Construction & Development

Contracts/Construction Contracts

Senior Manager , Construction Contracts

2 Broadway

8 : 3 0 AM to 5: 0 0 P M or as required (7.5HR/ DAY )

PSC

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$9 2 , 3 35 to $ 115,418

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The Manager for Construction Contracts supports senior management in executing core procurement and construction contracts, tasks , and functions relating to the MTA’s capital program . This includes supporting the award of $2-3 billion in new construction contracts each year and supporting the manag e ment of claims and changes on contracts valued at approximately $5 billion. The Manager for Construction Contracts title is a bove the Senior Contracts Specialist title.

They support manag e ment - level titles with in the Construction Contracts division and may supervise Contracts Specialists .

Support senior staff with the award and documentation of construction-related contracts, including A+B bidding, design-build, progressive-design build, and public - private partnerships contracts.

Support senior staff in the Contracts Department with researching, enhancing, standardizing, and implement ing digital procurements across MTA C&D.

Work with Project Offices and Change Control Teams on behalf of the Contracts Department to process changes to capital construction contracts, including evaluation, analysis , and negotiations , as well as ensure the completeness of change order files and compliance with MTA C&D processes and procedures .

P rovide status updates on the relevant tasks and activities to agency officers , a s required .

E nsure that contract files properly document the procurement and decision-making process to promote the efficient operation of the Contracts Department.

E nsure that awards and contract changes are logged in a timely and accurate manner for easy tracking and reporting.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Finance, Government Contracting , or a related field .

Minimum of five ( 5 ) years of related experience in contracts and procurement.

Experience working in and with public sector procurement management principles, government project administration, and government bid process.

Knowledge of matters involving public works projects, construction projects , and real estate matters.

Knowledge of contract terminology, terms and conditions, procurement, and construction management (including construction scheduling).

Familiarity and experience with relevant local, state, and federal laws, including federal and state procurement laws, rules, and regulations.

Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem - solving, organizational, negotiation , and communication skills.

Advanced knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite and document management software.

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policy making position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply .