Manager, Construction Contracts

Department Work Status Full Time Position Category Staff FLSA Pay Range Salary Range $110,000 - $130,000 / year Fund Source State Support Job Summary Manages and administers the University’s construction-related procurement and contracting activities, including capital projects, maintenance contracts, and professional services (e.g., A/E and commissioning). Ensures all procurements comply with State of Maryland procurement regulations and University policies. Supervises procurement staff and coordinates complex contracting processes to support institutional infrastructure and capital development goals. Job Duties Duties & Responsibilities: Plan, coordinate, and supervise procurement activities, including IFBs, RFPs, and sole source procurements for construction, architectural and engineering (A/E), and facilities maintenance projects. Review requisitions, specifications, and project scopes to determine appropriate procurement methods in compliance with State procurement law. Develop and manage solicitation documents, including evaluation criteria, contract terms, and performance standards. Lead pre-bid/pre-proposal conferences, site visits, contractor discussions, and negotiation processes. Evaluate bids/proposals, determine responsiveness/responsibility, and recommend contract awards. Administer contracts post-award, including monitoring performance, compliance, modifications, renewals, and dispute resolution. Ensure compliance with MBE / VSBE / SBR / SBPP participation and reporting requirements. Supervise and mentor procurement staff; assign work, review output, and provide training in contract management. Prepare Board of Public Works ( BPW ) documentation, reports, and presentations, and provide procurement testimony if required. Support audits, reporting, policy development, and strategic initiatives to improve procurement efficiency. Requested Minimum Qualifications Education Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience Required: Five years of experience as a procurement officer in a public sector or higher education setting; two years at a management level in a central procurement office. Other Preferences for Consideration Experience Preferred: Three years of the above-stated experience in a state of Maryland agency and/or higher education setting. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities CPPO, NIGP - CPP, C.P.M., CPSM or related procurement or contract management certification(s) Posting Detail Information Posting Number ST01643 Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 10/20/2026 Application Review Date 10/30/2026 Job Close Date 11/10/2026 Special Instructions to Applicant Please enter two professional references on the References page of the application. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution? Yes No * Do you have at least five (5) years of procurement experience in a central procurement office or an equivalent procurement environment? Yes No * Do you have experience as a procurement officer in a public sector or higher education environment? Yes No * Are you a current, past, or retired Morgan State University employee? Are you a current, past, or retired State employee? If YES to current, past, or retired STATE employee, please state the agency. If not applicable, put N/A. (Open Ended Question) * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Diversity In Higher Education Inside Higher Ed Agency Referral Advertisement/Publication Personal Referral Website MSU Careers Website Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) Insight to Diversity Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents