City of Houston
Houston, Texas

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR (Capital Projects Data Analytics)

Onsite$64,253 - $77,475/yrPosted 1 week ago

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Location
Houston, Texas
Work type
Onsite
Compensation
$64,253 - $77,475/yr
Posted
1 week ago
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About this role

About the Department



Applications Accepted from:  All Persons Interested
Job Title:
Contract Administrator – Data Analytics 

Division:  Design & Construction
Location:  900 Bagby, Houston, Tx*
Workdays & Hours:  Monday - Friday, 8am – 5pm *Subject to change*
 
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The General Services Department is looking for a creative, enthusiastic, self-directed, and organized Contract Administrator. This role requires strong analytical thinking and proficiency with a range of data tools.  The Capital Projects Contract Administrator performs professional level data analysis and contract administration duties.  Candidates should possess a thorough understanding of contracts, demonstrate strong communication and coordination skills and the ability to develop and implement processes. The selected candidate will perform professional data analysis and process implementation in Capital Projects contracts as well as monitor and resolve problems and disputes related to compliance with contracts.   This role will optimize project performance, ensuring timely and cost-effective project completion.  The ideal candidate will have experience developing Power BI dashboards from scratch, including data modeling and visualization, as well as creating solutions using other Microsoft Power Platform apps, such as Power Apps and Power Automate.

This position will be responsible for the following duties:

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

  • Develop and implement processes and procedures for capital projects management.
  • Create procedures, checklists, and templates for the Design & Construction Division.
  • Utilize Power BI and Power Apps to create dashboards and tools that support processes and procedures.
  • Track project-related data and produce regular reports on project status, timelines and key metrics.
  • Draft and review Request for Council Actions (RCAs), Request for Proposal (RFP and RFQ) packets for the solicitation of vendors, contract amendments, Ordinances, Professional Services Contracts and Construction Contracts.
    • Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to continuous enhancement of analytics practices.
    • Review the work of others to check for errors and omission of information.
    • Reviews and approves progress payments and other disbursements.
    •  Follow-up with management on contract compliance issues.
    • Reviews and verifies insurance and bond documents for city contracts. 
    • Works with Finance Department and other City departments to resolve problems regarding agreements and create Project Budget Justification Forms.
    • Works with Project Managers to ensure compliance with agreements.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.  Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

Position Duties

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
 Requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Government or closely related field.
 
EXPERIENCE REQUIRMENTS

Two years of contract compliance or other related professional analytical compliance experience are required.


 Professional experience related to the type of work to be performed may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
 
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
 None.

Minimum Qualifications

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience as well as eligible veteran applicants: 

  • 3 years’ demonstrable experience with data analytics tools such Power BI and Advanced Microsoft Excel
  • Strong planning, documentation, and process-tracking skills
  • 3 years’ experience with software such as Microsoft Project Management, CPMS, and CMMS systems
  • General understanding of City procurement and contracting processes
  • Demonstrable experience with contract terminology
  • Experience with SAP – setting up funding 
  • Experience using One Drive

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **

Other Qualifications

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The department may administer a skills assessment test.
 
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION   YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
 
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
 
Pay Grade 22
 
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov . To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm . or call 832-393-6051.
 
 If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6051. (TTY 7-1-1)
  
 If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
  
 Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
  
 All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
  
EOE Equal Opportunity Employment 
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Benefits

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Wellness
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability
  • Retirement pension
  • 457 deferred compensation plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 10 days of vacation each year
  • 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
  • Compensable Sick Leave
  • Personal Leave
  • Flexible schedules
  • Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Transportation/parking plan
  • Section 125 pretax deductions
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
  • Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
 

Supplemental Questions

01
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Are you currently an active employee in the City of Houston's General Services Department?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed?
  • Less than a High School Diploma/GED
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • An Associate's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Government or closely related field
  • A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Government or closely related field or higher.
04
How many years of verifiable contract compliance or other related professional analytical compliance experience do you have?
  • Less than 2 years
  • 2 years to less than 4 years
  • 4 years to less than 6 years
  • 6 years or more
  • I have no experience
05
Briefly describe the work experience chosen in the previous question ("See Resume" is NOT an acceptable answer. If you have no experience, please type "N/A").
06
How many years of experience do you have in SAP Finance?
  • Less than 2 years
  • 2 years but less than 4 years
  • 4 years but less than 6 years
  • 6 years or more
  • I have no experience
07
Briefly describe the SAP experience chosen in the previous question ("See Resume" is NOT an acceptable answer. If you have no experience, please type "N/A").
08
Please briefly share your general understanding of City procurement and contracting processes. ("See Resume" is NOT an acceptable answer. If you have no experience, please type "N/A").
09
How many years of experience do you have with Microsoft Project Management software, CPMS, and CMMS systems?
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year but less than 2 years
  • 2 years but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more
  • I have no experience
10
How many years of experience do you have with Power BI software?
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year but less than 2 years
  • 2 years but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more
  • I have no experience
11
Please briefly describe your successful experience using Power BI software. ("See Resume" is NOT an acceptable answer. If you have no experience, please type "N/A").
12
What is your highest level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel?
  • Basic Microsoft Excel: Open files and use page setup, enter, correct, and save data, use the menu commands, format cells, rows, and columns, understand navigation and movement techniques, use simple arithmetic functions in the formulas, access help, modify a database and insert data from another application, print worksheets and workbooks.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel: Create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets and charts, filter data and manage a filtered list, perform multiple-level sorting, use sorting options, and design considerations, use mathematical, logical, statistical, and financial functions, group and dissociate data and perform interactive analysis, create and modify some Macro commands.
  • Advance Microsoft Excel: Customize the work area, use advanced functions (Names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS), work with Pivot Tables, use spreadsheet Web components, manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption, use personalized toolbars, perform some programming in VBA.
  • None
13
Briefly share how your ability to analyze and troubleshoot was successful in your previous or current professional position and how you were able to find a solution. ("See Resume" is NOT an acceptable answer. If NO experience, please type "N/A").
14
How many years of demonstrable experience do you have with contract terminology.
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year but less than 2 years
  • 2 years but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more
  • I have no experience

Required Question

Agency Information

EmployerCity of HoustonAddress 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002 Website https://www.houstontx.gov/

About City of Houston

City of Houston
Houston, Texas