Contract Manager

Contract Manager DEPT OF DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION Full-time QUEENS No exam required F+P/ACCO/Contract Management $62,868.00 $70,189.00 Job Description Hours: Full-Time 35 Hours Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101 The NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC) Finance & Procurement Division seeks Contract Managers to work within the Agency Chief Contracting Office (ACCO). The selected candidates will assist in managing procurements for utilizing various methods including, but not limited to, Competitive Sealed Bids, Request for Proposals, Micro Purchasing, Small Purchasing, MWBE NCSP (Discretionary Procurements), Design Build, and Competitive Sealed Proposals. The Contract Manager will be responsible for ensuring the procurements are consistent with the Procurement Policy Board regulations. This includes completing all compliance activities and integrity determinations as it relates to potential vendors. The responsibilities include: Managing procurement timelines Reviewing contract documents General document management Reviewing contract compliance documents Coordinating vendor meetings throughout the procurement process Handling vendor submissions Working with vendors to complete and submit any required documents in advance of executing a contract with DDC Performing vendor integrity background checks Organizing evaluation committees Interpreting rules Providing recommendations for internal policies and procedures Regularly updating internal databases and procurement tracking systems, as well as procurement updates to the Directors and Deputy ACCOs The candidate will use several computer systems including Financial Management System (FMS) and PASSPort to track and process procurement actions and register contracts with the Comptroller's Office. Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position at the time of application. Minimum Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community-centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or 2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community-centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above. Preferred Skills Preference will be given to candidates who possess knowledge of PASSPort and FMS, the City's financial management system. Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer 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, veteran status, gender identity or pregnancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr