NJ Transit Sr. Contract Specialist
Company: NJ TRANSIT
Location: Newark
Posted on: August 6, 2022
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Job Description:
Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in
transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North
America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that
gets customers to their destinations on time--and we're looking to
hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all
possible.Right now, we are looking for a Senior Contract Specialist
to join our team.Roles and ResponsibilitiesBids or negotiates 8 to
10 new procurements annually with an estimated individual value of
$5 million to $30 million. Administers assigned existing
contracts.Reviews proposed specifications, coordinates review of
specifications by appropriate departments, and recommends
corrections, changes and improvements. Assists in developing bid
items and formatting bid proposal sheets. Develops contract terms
and conditions. Develops bid and proposal documents.Conducts bid
and proposal processes. Establishes and maintains procurement
schedules. Performs prequalification appraisals. Coordinates
technical evaluation committees. Distributes bid and proposal
packages, and communicates with vendors, contractors and
consultants. Tabulates bids and proposals. Prepares Procurement
fact sheets for Board Liaison. Coordinates contract approval and
execution process.Reviews, analyzes and appraises bids and
proposals. Performs cost and price analyses. Negotiates scopes of
service, direct and indirect costs, fees, and terms and conditions.
Prepares Cost Analysis and Negotiation documentation, and
recommends contract award.Reviews, analyzes and appraises contract
changes, disputes and claims. Evaluates entitlement and conducts
cost analyses. Negotiates change orders and claim settlements.
Assembles and prepares justification documentation, and recommends
execution of contract amendments.Performs contract administration.
Interprets contract terms and conditions, maintains documentation,
and coordinates issues with appropriate departments. Monitors
contract performance and compliance with terms and conditions.
Performs closeout of contracts.Education, Experience, and
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Liberal Arts, Business or Public
Administration, or related area or equivalent. 4 years of
experience in procurement and contract administration of
professional services, construction or equipment projects or 4
years of experience in a position that requires administration,
interpretation and application of Federal and/or State statutory
compliance regulations.Knowledge and SkillsExperience with
Microsoft Office (Word & Excel) required. Strong analytical,
negotiating, organizational, time management, mathematical,
diplomatic, verbal and written communication skills required.At NJ
Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit
package: Comprehensive Family Health Insurance - Prescription,
Dental, Vision Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance Paid Leave
401(a), 401(k) Retirement Plans - up to 9% employer contribution
Tuition Assistance Qualified Transportation Expense Plan (QTE) At
NJ TRANSIT we support and depend upon the diversity of our staff.
NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Keywords: NJ TRANSIT, Newark , NJ Transit Sr. Contract Specialist, Other , Newark, New Jersey
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