Senior Manager Contracting Services

Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

Location: New York, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Contracting Services

Date Posted: Sep 15, 2025

This position is eligible for telework and is currently available one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

JOB TITLE:

Senior Manager, Contracting Services

AGENCY:

Construction & Development

DEPT/DIV:

Contracts/ Contracting Services

REPORTS TO:

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

HOURS OF WORK:

8:30 AM to 5:00 PM or as required (7.5HR/ DAY)

HAY POINTS:

702

SALARY RANGE:

$103,523 to $140,942

DEADLINE:

The Senior Manager, Contracting Services, will support senior management with executing core procurement tasks and activities for a designated business unit within the Contracts Department. This position will also provide status updates to senior management, as required.

• Drafts, edits, and/or otherwise contributes to reports generated for MTA agency executives and senior staff on matters related to delivering the MTA’s Capital Program.
• Ensures that contract files properly document the procurement and decision-making process to promote the efficient operation of the Contracts Department.
• Assists in the review of SAI memos and other vendor responsibility checks.
• Reviews documents in connection with the vendor review process, including background checks and DDCR coordination.
• Assists in the management and utilization of MWBE vendors in all contracts to increase diversity and comply with MTA policies and guidelines, including coordination with DDCR.
• Assist in the management and support of the vendor award process to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• Assists in management consultant service and staffing procurements, and in management and development of innovative IT resources that expedite procurement process and benefit contracting community, including the development of new and revamping of existing systems and databases.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Finance, Law, Government Contracting, or other related field.
• Minimum of six (6) years of related experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the management of contracts/procurement projects or supervisory role.
• Substantial experience working in and with public sector procurement management principles, government project administration, and government bid process.
• Proven experience working on matters involving public works projects, construction projects, and/or 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.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex business documents.
• 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 the evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link. Logging in through the My MTA Portal will link your BSC r to your job application, identifying you as an internal applicant.

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including 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.