IT Project Lead (Contract administration Manager)

Overview

Remote
$70+
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

Billing
Budget
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Collaboration
Contract Management
Regulatory Compliance
Project Management

Job Details

We at NJTECH are focused on hiring highly skilled professionals who are excited by the opportunity to make a true impact on their careers as well as on our clients' business. We power our clients success and drive our consultants career growth.

Job Title: Sr. IT Project Lead

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Austin, TX (Remote)

Description:

The Worker will serve as IT Project Lead and Contract Administration Manager overseeing administration of statewide strategic information technology contracts using prescribed processes in overseeing the operations and activities for monitoring contract performance. This role oversees contract and grant performance by developing metrics, managing deliverables, and coordinating communications. It serves as the primary liaison between agency leadership and vendors, ensuring compliance with contract terms, resolving disputes, and supporting negotiations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Oversees the operations and activities of monitoring contract and grant performance, including developing and tracking key metrics;
  • Developing, reviewing and approving of internal contract and grant deliverables;
  • Coordinating contract and grant communications including scheduling and conducting meetings;
  • Providing contract and grant status;
  • Serving as principal project lead and contract liaison between agency management and other customers and collaborating with other Vendors involved in the contract management process;
  • Overseeing the contract management/monitoring process which includes tasks such as examining scope, billing, fiscal data and eligibility determinations for compliance with contract and grant terms and departmental policies; coordinating and participating in vendor discussions/negotiations; processing of contract and grant documents to ensure understanding and authorizations of contract and grant requirements; and, investigating and resolving discrepancies, complaints, and disputes by negotiating settlement agreements.
  • Develop, prepare and track budget and LAR documents for various projects.

Skills Required:

  • Knowledge of government regulations, laws and software licensing practices.
  • Operationally manage a portfolio of customer expenditure on a day-to-day basis in line with the overall strategy.
  • Deliver efficiencies and service improvements, leading on continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Knowledge of DCS contract practices.
  • Experience with DCS contract budgeting and forecasting
  • Experience with LAR preparation & forecasting.
  • Experience planning, coordination, requirements gathering, business analysis, specifications development, reporting
  • Prior Experience with TEA DCS Contract.

NJTECH is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

NJTECH is a globally managed IT service, IT consulting and Business solutions partner. Our "High Performance Business" strategy builds our expertise in technology and consulting. Our offshore consulting plays a major role in helping clients to achieve their objectives in the highest level; ultimately creating sustainable value to customers. Come, transform your career with us and be a part of our high-performing team.

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