Contracts Specialist

Company: AppleOne
Location: Hayward
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

--- Implements and assists in the development of policies and procedures for the contracting process, with particular emphasis on construction and modernization contracts. Provides guidance to agency staff and the community regarding contract administration, policies, and procedures.
--- Support department director in creation and administration of department budget.
--- Serves as a consultant to senior and middle management staff in the interpretation of contracts and contracting policies, and procedures.
--- Prepares and issues RFP---s and bid packages for modernization and maintenance projects and other services.
--- Prepares Commission submittal packages and recommendations.
--- Awards Contracts; reviews and issues change order requests to include cost analysis and makes a recommendation to management. Approves issue of materials to contractors.
--- Coordinates and facilitates the activities of contract management including meetings with vendors to obtain signatures on approved contracts.
--- Coordinates the risk assessment process for contract planning and monitoring.
--- Ensures contracts are compliant with rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Ensures compliance with Federal Labor Standards.
--- Monitors expenditures to ensure contractual amounts are not exceeded and expedites the payment process, including partial payments. Monitors contractor performance and close out files upon completion of construction.
--- Assist and/or resolves contract related protests or disputes and claims.
--- Maintains accurate and current contract and relevant correspondence file system both in hardcopy and electronically and advises staff in advance of expiring contracts. Prepares weekly reports and other correspondence related to contract and procurement activity, including expirations, disputes, resolutions and any other concerns expressed by internal or external customers.
--- Recommends the imposition of sanctions to include termination of contract and the assessment of liquidated damages to management.

AppleOne is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in people, and we are committed to working with people of all backgrounds and connecting them with clients and companies who share our goals of diversity and inclusiveness. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, ancestry, color, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, disability, protected veteran status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability or health condition in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
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High School

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