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Position Information

Functional TitleAdministrative Contract Manager - Engineering & Construction (Laurel)

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryEngineering & Construction

GradeGS.14

FLSA StatusExempt

Requisition Number26-0077

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelNon-Management

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

Organization NameEngineering & Environmental Services

Reports toDivision Manager

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or TemporaryRegular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

M-F 8:30-5:00

Position LocationLaurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

TheAdministrative Contract Manager( ACM ) manages architectural/engineering, construction and various professional services/ goods and services contracts to support the engineering & construction department. The ACM applies sound contracting principles and practices coupled with WSSC Water procurement regulations, business policies and procedures and various practices that involve the WSSC Water procurement system.

Essential Functions

+ Manages administrative provisions of contracts, including the performance period and contract value, the cumulative cost of all tasks issued under basic ordering agreements; indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contracts; and emergency and goods/services contracts

+ Coordinates with appropriate parties to schedule and conduct pre-bid/proposal meetings

+ Schedules and conducts pre-construction meetings with contractors, WSSC Water staff members, sediment control specialists, and state, county and local agencies

+ Manages contract compliance, including subcontracting utilization to support the WSSC Water Minority and Supplier Diversity & Inclusion programs

+ Manages and enforces wage-rate provisions under the contract

+ Works and coordinates with Project and Program Managers and Procurement to approve and issue change orders and field orders

+ Designated as the WSSC Water representative in verifying and accepting work completion

+ Conducts bid-ready contract reviews to ensure completeness

+ Works with Project Managers to prepare and update daily, weekly and monthly reports

+ Reviews and recommends revisions to General Conditions, Standard Specifications and Standard Details with the Project Manager

+ Confers with Management to determine needs. Subsequently develops appropriate contract tools with Procurement

+ Analyzes problems associated with contract specification requirements, service delivery, and feasibility

+ Collaborates with Procurement and other departments to investigate, analyze and address contractor complaints and inquiries

+ Establishes and maintains databases to track and monitor contract information. Maintains complete and accurate records

+ Serves as a point-of-contact for the contracting process. Addresses concerns of internal client issues and obstacles to successful completion of contracts. Writes and edits scopes of work. Monitors contracts and communicates successes

+ Trains others in contract compliance and enforcement

+ Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

Other Functions

+ Works with Project Manager/Program Manager / Division Managers / staff as needed to receive, review, approve, and process invoices, submittals and deliverables

+ Performs related duties as assigned

Work Environment And Physical Demands

+ Work is performed primarily in office environment

+ May work in the field

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

+ Extensive knowledge of general contracting processes, rules and procedures

+ Knowledge of the principles, practices, selection and uses of various types of design, construction and rehabilitation contracts

+ Working knowledge of utility or water and wastewater design, construction and rehabilitation

+ Skill in performing engineering computations, estimates and measurements

+ Effective verbal and written communication skills

+ Knowledge of basic design and construction management techniques

+ Ability to understand design and construction faults when working with technical managers and staff

+ Ability to work with contractors, state, county, and local agencies, and the general public

+ Ability to concurrently manage and coordinate multiple contracts

+ Ability to identify, develop and implement initiatives, plan programs and participate in outreach programs

+ Strong teamwork skills

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, contract management, or a related discipline

+ 3+ years of experience in procurement and contract administration

- OR -

+ High School diploma or equivalent

+ 7+ years of experience in the utility industry that includes tracking and managing documents, contracts and/or policies, invoices, contract issues and resolutions

Additional Requirements

+ Possession of a valid driver’s license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer

+ Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter

Preferences

Work experience in the utility or water/wastewater industry

Salary$85,214 - $145,095

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date11/14/2025

Open Until FilledNo

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Eligible applicants will be reviewed for consideration after 11/17/25.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

Optional Documents

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application

+ Letter of Recommendation 1

+ Letter of Recommendation 2