Procurement Business Partner

Job Description

Job Description

Robert Half is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Public Works Analyst/ Procurement Analyst Consultant for a municipal client. This consultant will provide analytical, budgetary, and project management support to the Public Works Department, with a focus contract management, budget oversight, and request for proposals. This role will be onsite in Pico Rivera, CA.

Responsibilities

Support Public Works leadership with operational, financial, and strategic initiatives.

Assist with budgeting, funding analysis, project tracking, and reporting.

Monitor departmental operating budgets and perform financial analysis.

Prepare City Council staff reports, presentations, and management reports.

Support procurement activities, including RFPs, contract administration, and vendor management.

Review purchase orders, invoice, and budget transactions.

Conduct research, policy analysis, and process improvement initiatives.

Coordinate with Finance, Field Operations and Contractors.

Assist with special projects and departmental priorities as assigned.

Qualifications

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

4+ years of experience within a city, county, special district, or other public agency.

Experience supporting budgeting, procurement, and contract administration.

Strong analytical, project management, financial reporting, and report-writing skills.

Experience preparing reports and presentations for senior leadership

Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.

Preferred Experience

Public Works, Engineering, Utilities, Transportation, or Infrastructure operations.

Budget development and administration.

Grants management and regulatory compliance.

ERP, financial, and project management systems.

Ideal Consultant

Able to step into a municipal environment with minimal ramp-up time.

Strong communicator who works effectively with leadership, department staff, elected officials, and external stakeholders.

Organized, self-directed, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

Combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience supporting a city, county, special district, or similar public sector organization.
• Demonstrated background in budgeting, procurement operations, and contract management within a governmental environment.
• Strong ability to perform financial analysis, manage multiple projects, and produce clear written reports for leadership audiences.
• Experience preparing presentations, staff reports, and other materials for senior management or public-sector decision-makers.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across internal departments and external stakeholder groups.
• Ability to work independently, adapt quickly, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced municipal setting.