Contract Manager
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Contract Management Consultant to support the Contract Management team in overseeing and managing IBM and IV&V contracts for a large-scale government IT project. The consultant will play a critical role in ensuring contract deliverables, monitoring compliance, and supporting financial and documentation processes in alignment with agency procedures and Florida law.
Key Responsibilities:
Contract Deliverable Review and Acceptance
- Manage and document the deliverable review and acceptance process in compliance with contract terms and agency standards.
- Assist with reviewing and verifying invoices and related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
- Coordinate approvals and maintain records in the Florida Contract Payment System.
Contract Monitoring
- Support the development and execution of contract management methods for tracking vendor adherence to schedules and project plans.
- Maintain documentation to monitor and report on contract compliance, financial performance, and budget data.
Contract-Related Meetings
- Schedule, coordinate, and facilitate meetings related to contract performance and deliverables.
- Prepare agendas, meeting summaries, and supporting materials.
Consultation and Collaboration
- Work closely with the Contract Manager to review planning, project needs, and contract changes.
- Assist in managing change orders, expenditures, and budget-related contract activities.
Documentation and File Maintenance
- Organize and maintain comprehensive contract files, including records related to deliverables, monitoring reports, amendments, expenditures, and more.
Additional Responsibilities
- Perform other related project and administrative duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in contract management or finance.
- Minimum of 3 years reviewing invoices and related documentation.
- At least 2 years monitoring vendor performance and documenting compliance.
- At least 2 years of experience organizing and maintaining detailed contract files.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Florida’s contract payment system, MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) Ariba On Demand (AOD).
- Familiarity with Florida laws regarding prompt payment, deliverable acceptance, and contract monitoring.
- Experience with IT project deliverable review and acceptance.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of deliverable acceptance and contract compliance monitoring.
- Proficient in planning and conducting meetings, preparing agendas, and producing reports.
- Ability to review and analyze deliverables and apply contract criteria effectively.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple work assignments.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other productivity tools.
- Research, problem-solving, and structured methodology skills are essential.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field OR equivalent work experience.
If interested, please apply with resume.