Contract Manager

Job Description
Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Contract Manager in Los Angeles County. The successfull candidate will be skilled in the following.
Negotiate or renegotiate new and existing agreements or statements of work. Ensure readability and comprehensibility of procurement documents, agreements and contracts, while consistently adhering to District standards and legal requirements.
Review and manage contractual obligations and provide continual review to ensure that all terms and conditions are met and to ensure good customer relations while also representing the interests of the District. Monitor supplier and service provider performance; communicate with suppliers and service providers on contract terms, and manage dispute resolution
Prepare and disseminate information regarding contract status, compliance, and modifications to department directors/managers. Analyze impact of modifications and revisions and prepare and communicate recommendations to management. Advise management of contract commitments, deficiencies, commitments, and performance.
Review the scope of work and other materials related to contracts and procurement; provide guidance to programs in drafting solicitation documents, such as request for proposals (RFPs), documented quotes (DQs), and sole source justifications. Ensure alignment between the proposal narrative, scope of work, evaluation criteria, evaluation scorecard, the contract, and other contract procurement documents.
Actively partner with stakeholders in order to understand the scope of work; develop contract language for deliverables and program requirements. Work closely with the District’s Legal and Policy Counsel on complex contracts including those that involve sharing student data.
Provide procurement and contractual guidance to staff, project managers, and other contract stakeholder. Recommend and coordinate the implementation of policies and procedures for assigned functions and assist in developing new policies and procedures.
Provide research services, and analysis as directed by the Executive Director of Finance.
Create and retain records in compliance with the School District Record Management Manual.
Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.