Change Order and Contract AdministratorNew York, New York, United States

Change Order And Contract Administrator

We're seeking a Change Order And Contract Administrator to support large, heavy-civil infrastructure programsincluding highways, roads, bridges, transit (including rail and bus), and airport projects delivered through both traditional and alternative methods. This role focuses on preparation, management, award, administration and close-out of material, equipment, supply and service, professional and technical service, construction and Architecture and Engineering (A / E) contracts.

5+ years of work experience in transit industry is a requirementplease do not apply if you do not have this experience.

This is a long-term, full-time, onsite position located in the greater Washington DC metro area.

Responsibilities

• Manages all activities and responsibilities throughout the full contract lifecyclefrom initial proposal through close-outfor assigned contracts.
• Plans and oversees the end-to-end procurement process, starting with receipt of the procurement request and continuing through solicitation, negotiation, contract award, administration, and final close-out.
• Leads the contract award process, preparing and coordinating all necessary documentation and correspondence from public notice through award. This includes bid openings or proposal receipt, evaluations, determinations of responsiveness and responsibility, price reasonableness analyses, resolution of bid protests or bid errors, and preparation of award documentation for Board approval.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to determine the most appropriate contract type for a given procurement and supports the development of source selection plans.
• Provides guidance on acquisition requirements and holds discussions with internal clients and vendors on contract pricing, terms, and expectations. Participates in pre-bid and proposal conferences as needed.
• Supports internal briefings with General Counsel, the Chief Procurement Officer, and senior leadership to explain contractor positions, and advises stakeholders on policies, business practices, and interpretation of contract terms.
• Develops well-founded pre-negotiation strategies and conducts negotiations for change orders, claims, and minor contract modifications.
• Maintains an auditable log of contract changes and claims, clearly linking cost and schedule impacts to the program's budget, contingency allocations, and risk assessments.
• May work closely with scheduling, legal, finance, risk management, community relations, and executive leadership teams to ensure consistent reporting, issue tracking, and alignment on contract-related matters.

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Compensation Details

The salary range listed for this role is $124k-$191k / yr ($60-$92 / hr.) The final salary offered is based on multiple factors and thoughtfully aligned with each candidate's level of experience, breadth of skills, total education achieved, certifications / licenses that have been obtained, geographic location, etc.

Just Look At The Benefits We Offer!

Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer.