Construction Contract Coordinator - Temporary

Under general direction, is responsible for coordinating and conducting contract initiation, monitoring or compliance activities, in accordance with the City's contracting policies and procedures. Working conditions are primarily in an office environment. May exercise supervision over assigned staff.

This position is a "temporary" position, therefore unclassified and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason. 

Work Location
City Tower; 100 W. Houston St., San Antonio, TX (78205)

Work Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday

• Implements the practices and procedures established for contract initiation, monitoring, or compliance.
• Performs initiation, monitoring, or compliance activities for City contracts.
• Prepares detailed written reports and presentations regarding contracting projects.
• Performs special reviews, projects, and programs, and may prepare Requests for Proposals (RFP's).
• Provides technical assistance and direction regarding contract compliance.
• Provides staff support as required for special projects.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Provides direction to staff regarding improvements to contracting procedures.
• Supervises staff and gives direction regarding contract compliance issues and related matters.
• Oversees all negotiations, terminations, and renegotiations of contracts.
• Approves or rejects requests for deviations from contract specifications and delivery schedules.
• Develops contract compliance work plans and objectives.
• Conducts presentations regarding contracting projects.
• Manage and coordinate residential construction activities for NHSD Home Rehabilitation programs. 
• Serves as liaison between homeowner and contractor regarding City home rehabilitation project scope of work performed. 
• Performs monitoring and compliance activities for City home rehab projects and contracts, regarding scope of work and quality of work performed. 
• Responsible for multiple site visits based on program/project needs.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years increasingly responsible experience in contract management, preparation or compliance.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

• Two (2) years of residential construction or related experience.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish. 

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing.  Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.  One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks.  If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
  
  

• Knowledge of contract management standards, planning, solicitation processes, contract monitoring and compliance practices.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to contracts.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to understand contract management data, documents, and reports.
• Ability to understand and interpret financial and cost accounting data.
• Ability to work independently and perform contract services projects from inception to completion.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, City Management and their staff, vendors and contract service providers, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Ability to perform all the intellectual and analytical requirements of the position, including decision-making.