Metronorth Railroad

Contract Specialist Level 2

Metronorth Railroad$82K — $102K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in related field such as Business Administration, Engineering, or Finance.
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in contracts and procurement.
  • Knowledge of public sector procurement management and government project administration.
  • Understanding of contract terminology and the ability to interpret contract documents.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Support contracts division staff in awarding and documenting construction contracts.
  • Research and standardize digital procurements across MTA C&D.
  • Ensure accuracy of the MTA C&D Contracts website regarding procurements and awards.
  • Provide status updates on procurement tasks to senior management.
  • Maintain project file integrity for efficient contract operations.
  • Log contract awards accurately for tracking and reporting.

Benefits

  • Telework eligibility after 30 days of hire (one day per week).
  • Opportunity to work on large-scale contracts valued at $2-5 billion annually.
  • Potential for professional development in construction contracts.
  • Collaborative environment within the Construction Contracts division.
  • Engagement with various procurement methods including public-private partnerships.
Full Job Description
Description

Position at MTA Construction & Development

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

JOB TITLE:

Contract Specialist Level 2

AGENCY:

Construction & Development

DEPT/DIV:

Contracts/Construction Contracts

REPORTS TO:

AVP Construction Contracts

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

HOURS OF WORK:

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

JOB FAMILY: PSC

GRADE: 003

SALARY RANGE:

$82,075 to $102,594

DEADLINE:

Open Until Filled

Summary

The Contracts Specialist Level 2 is responsible for supporting procurements relating to the MTA's capital program. This includes supporting the award of $2-3 billion in new construction contracts per year and supporting the management of claims and changes on contracts valued at approximately $5 billion. The Contracts Specialist Level 2 is the second level in the three levels of the Contracts Specialist series. This title is responsible for supporting all levels of staff within the Construction Contracts division.

Responsibilities

Supports Construction Contracts division staff with the award and documentation of construction-related contracts, including A+B and IFP contracts, A+B bidding, design-build, progressive design-build and public-private partnerships.

Supports Construction Contracts division with researching, standardizing, and implementing standard and digital procurements across MTA C&D.

Ensures the MTA C&D Contracts website is accurate and that procurements, bid results and contract awards are correctly displayed

As required, provide status updates on relevant procurement-related tasks and activities to senior management.

Ensures that project files properly document the procurement and decision-making process to promote the efficient operation of the Contracts Department.

Logs contract awards in a timely and accurate manner for easy tracking and reporting

Education and Experience

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

Minimum of three (3) years related experience in contracts and procurement.

Competencies:

Knowledge of public sector procurement management principles, government project administration, and government bid process.

Knowledge of contract terminology, terms and conditions, procurement, and construction management (including the ability to interpret contract documents and schedules.)

Knowledge of 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.

Other Information

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

Selection Criteria

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

How to Apply

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 My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

About Metronorth Railroad

Metro-North Railroad is a commuter railroad that serves the northern suburbs of New York City. The railroad was founded in 1983 and is owned by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). Metro-North operates three main lines, the Hudson Line, the Harlem Line, and the New Haven Line, which together serve over 85 million passengers annually. The railroad has a fleet of over 400 rail cars and operates over 700 trains per day. In addition to commuter service, Metro-North also operates several tourist trains, including the popular Fall Foliage and Holiday Express trains.
Learn more about Metronorth Railroad
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
-5%
Revenue
$1 billion

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