SENIOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR ( CONSTRUCTION)

Job Title : Contract Administrator

Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Description

Performs work to enable effective sourcing and contract administration and management in support of Metro's acquisition strategies. Recruitment Timeline : Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of September 8, 2025. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.

Examples of duties include summarizing technical specifications for Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitation for Bids (IFBs); performing cost / price analyses on contractor proposals and bids; planning procurement processes and assisting user departments with setting schedules; scheduling advertising and announcement of RFPs and IFBs; holding pre-proposal and bid conferences to answer questions; leading proposal and bid evaluation teams; evaluating proposals and bids, including cost / price analysis; preparing award recommendations for management; attending various meetings, including pre-bid and post-bid debriefings; monitoring contract compliance and negotiating amendments and / or change orders; establishing pricing / negotiation strategies; analyzing cost / price elements in contractor proposals, bids, amendments, or change orders; determining market effect on pricing; resolving problems and disagreements between contractors and user departments; converting purchase requisitions to Awards (Purchase Orders) in Metro's online system, including change orders and modifications; negotiating contract costs, terms, and conditions with vendors; preparing reports and correspondence; reviewing and approving contractor invoices; assisting new vendors with requirements of the procurement process; conducting closeout actions upon contract completion, such as final audit, payment, etc.; providing guidance and assistance to new or entry-level employees; and contributing to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out. May be required to perform other related job duties.

Minimum Qualifications

A combination of education and / or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes :

• Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Business, Public Administration, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred
• Three years of experience performing complex contract administration work; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignment
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions
• Professional certification from National Contract Management Association (NCMA), American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), Institute for Supply Management (ISM), or equivalent preferred

Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.

Essential Knowledge

Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) :

Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) :

Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) :

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions :

Physical Effort Required :

Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro's Equal Employment Opportunity Program.

Selection Procedure :

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Application Procedure :

To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations :

METRO Headquarters, Employment Office One Gateway Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012 Open : Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm (Closed Sat & Sun)

Metro Talent Hub 8501 S. Evermont Place Los Angeles, CA 90044 Open : Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm (Closed Sat & Sun)

East Los Angeles Customer Center 4501 B Whittier Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90022 Open : Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm (Closed Sun & Mon)

Wilshire / Vermont Customer Center 3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174 Los Angeles, CA 90010 Open : Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm (Closed Sat & Sun)

Rosa Parks Customer Center Willowbrook / Rosa Parks Station 11720 Wilmington Ave Los Angeles, CA 90059 Open : Monday through Friday, 6am to 6 : 30pm (Closed Sat & Sun)

Telephone : (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro. All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5 : 00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.

This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.