We are seeking an experienced
Contract Administrator III to support the
Project Management Office (PMO) for the Los Angeles Community College District's Capital Improvement Program.
As a Contract Administrator III, you will coordinate and administer procurement processes for construction projects and professional services contracts. You will work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, consultants, and District stakeholders to successfully deliver competitive solicitations from planning through contract award.
Key Responsibilities:- Coordinate with District staff, PMO personnel, College Project Teams, and consultants to develop procurement packages.
- Manage competitive procurement processes for construction contracts, design-build projects, and professional service agreements.
- Prepare procurement documents, addenda, evaluation materials, award documentation, and contract documents.
- Track multiple procurement activities simultaneously while maintaining quality and compliance.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with District policies, procedures, templates, and applicable laws.
- Prepare reports and maintain accurate procurement records.
- Collaborate with multiple stakeholders throughout the procurement process.
- Perform additional contract administration duties as assigned.
RequirementsMinimum QualificationsExperience- Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in contract administration, procurement, construction administration, or related work.
Education- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
OR
- Four additional years of qualifying experience may substitute for the required bachelor's degree.
Required Skills- Knowledge of contract terms and conditions related to design, construction, and professional services.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with exceptional accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent procurement processes.
- Positive, responsive, and professional work ethic with a high level of integrity.
- Strong analytical and logical thinking skills.
Preferred QualificationsExperience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:
- Higher education capital improvement programs
- California Public Contract Code
- California Community College Code
- PlanetBids or other electronic bidding platforms
- Design-Build procurement
- Project management software such as Proliance or Trimble
BenefitsWe offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.
- Medical, Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
- Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
- Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
- Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
- 401(k): Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
- Education Support: Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
- Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000-$10,000 depending on level of hire
- Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
- Client Shutdown Days: Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
- Equipment: Laptop provided as needed
- Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles
