Contract Specialist

Contract Specialist

The Presidio Trust is seeking a Contract Specialist to join its Procurement Department. The Presidio Trust is a unique federal agency that stewards and shares the Presidio, one of the most visited national park sites in America and a place where people live and businesses thrive. The Trust manages the Presidio through a triple bottom line focus: being visited and loved by all, being a model of environmental stewardship, and demonstrating excellence in all our operations.

Reporting to the Supervisory Contracting Officer, the Contract Specialist performs a wide range of pre-award and post-award contracting functions involving construction, professional services, maintenance, natural resources, parking, shuttle, transportation, and task order contracts. The role independently plans, develops, and administers acquisitions of moderate complexity; provides acquisition support and guidance to program staff; and ensures compliance with applicable procurement policies, regulations, and contract requirements.

This is a full-time, remote position with benefits. The starting salary range for employees based in San Francisco Bay Area is $98,795 to $112,751, depending on experience and qualifications. Salary for employees based outside the Bay Area may vary based on location. Applications received by July 3, 2026 will receive first consideration.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-award acquisition activities, including acquisition planning, market research, development of procurement strategies, and coordination with engineering, construction, operations, maintenance, transportation, natural resources, and other program areas to develop solicitations, statements of work, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations for Bids (IFBs).
• Manage the competitive bid process, including preparation and issuance of RFPs and IFBs, coordinating pre-bid meetings and site visits, evaluating bids and proposals, performing price and cost analyses, conducting negotiations, preparing award recommendations, and executing contracts.
• Administer contracts throughout the contract lifecycle, including negotiating contract terms and conditions, processing modifications, responding to audit requests, resolving contractual issues, and ensuring contractor compliance with contractual requirements.
• Review invoices, progress reports, and supporting documentation to ensure timely processing and compliance with contract terms, funding limitations, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare, administer and manage Task Order contracts and individual task orders, including monitoring performance, labor rates, reimbursable costs, and contract deliverables.
• Monitor compliance with applicable labor standards, including Davis-Bacon Act and Service Contract Act requirements, where applicable.
• Perform contract close out activities, including resolution of outstanding contract issues, review and approval of final invoices, completion of contractor performance evaluations and maintenance of contract files in accordance with records management requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree; AND
• At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in contracting, procurement, acquisition or contract administration, involving a wide variety of contract types and procurement methods.
• Knowledge of contract administration principles, acquisition planning, solicitation procedures, contract negotiations and post award contract management.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze procurement requirements, interpret policies and procedures, and develop sound business recommendations.
• Strong negotiation, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point, and the ability to utilize automated procurement and financial management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate correspondence, reports and contractual documents.
• Demonstrated adaptability, initiative, sound judgement, integrity and attention to detail in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.

Desired Qualifications

• A passion for the mission and values of the Presidio Trust.
• Experience with the Oracle Financial Systems.
• Experience with contract management lifecycle software (Coupa).

Background Check This position is subject to an employment background check which shall consist of a review of applicable county, state and Federal criminal and civil records, state bankruptcy indexes, driver's license, education, employment history, and credit report. An individual's granting of a background check and resulting report is voluntary. However, employment is contingent upon the successful completion of an employment background check. The Presidio Trust may refuse to hire an individual, may rescind an offer of employment to an individual, or may review and terminate the employment of a current employee not successfully completing the background check.

Financial Disclosure This position requires the completion of the U.S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE) Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, both as a New Entrant into the position and annually thereafter. The purpose of the financial disclosure system is to assist employees and their agencies in avoiding conflicts between official duties and private financial interests or affiliations.

The Presidio Trust is an equal opportunity employer, offering a competitive benefits package.