CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR (Capital Projects Data Analytics)

Position Overview Position Overview Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested Job Title: Contract Administrator – Data Analytics Division: Design & Construction Location: 900 Bagby, Houston, Tx* Workdays & Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm *Subject to change* The General Services Department is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, self‑directed, and organized Contract Administrator. This role requires strong analytical thinking and proficiency with data tools. The Contract Administrator will perform data analysis and contract administration duties within Capital Projects, developing and implementing processes, monitoring compliance, and optimizing project performance. Experience developing Power BI dashboards, Power Apps, and Power Automate solutions is essential. Responsibilities and Duties Develop and implement processes and procedures for capital projects management. Create procedures, checklists, and templates for the Design & Construction Division. Utilize Power BI and Power Apps to create dashboards and tools that support processes and procedures. Track project‑related data and produce regular reports on project status, timelines, and key metrics. Draft and review Request for Council Actions (RCAs), Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) packets, contract amendments, ordinances, professional services contracts, and construction contracts. Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to continuous enhancement of analytics practices. Review work of others to check for errors and omission of information. Review and approve progress payments and other disbursements. Follow up with management on contract compliance issues. Review and verify insurance and bond documents for city contracts. Work with the Finance Department and other city departments to resolve problems regarding agreements and create Project Budget Justification Forms. Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure compliance with agreements. Perform other duties as assigned. Working Conditions Essentially a normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions. Requires the ability to make simple gross‑motor responses within large tolerances. Minimum Requirements Educational Requirements Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Government, or a closely related field. Experience Requirements Two years of contract compliance or related professional analytical compliance experience are required. Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year‑for‑year basis. License Requirements None. Preferences 3+ years of demonstrable experience with data analytics tools such as Power BI and advanced Microsoft Excel. Strong planning, documentation, and process‑tracking skills. 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Project Management, CPMS, and CMMS systems. General understanding of city procurement and contracting processes. Demonstrable experience with contract terminology. Experience with SAP – setting up funding. Experience using OneDrive. General Information Selection / Skills Tests Required The department may administer a skills assessment test. Safety Impact Position Yes. This position is subject to random drug testing and, if a promotional position, a candidate must pass an assignment drug test. Salary Information Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay Grade 22. EOE Equal Opportunity Employment The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Houston