Job Information
Texas Tech University Business Manager-Contract Administration in Lubbock, Texas
40505BR
Extended Job Title:
Business Manager-Contract Administration
Position Description:
Manages personnel and budgetary matters for a department or college. Exercises discretion and independent judgment to oversee the activities of staff and the financial processes to ensure fiscal responsibility of department/college. Ensures staff and faculty have the resources to complete their work. Usually serves as a hiring manager and employee service coordinator.
Requisition ID:
40505BR
Travel Required:
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions:
Assist with entering data in an internal contract management system for tracking purposes and to communicate with Operations departments and vendors on contract issues including modifications, answering questions, and updating pending contract status on a weekly basis. Effectively communicate orally and in writing, including conveying complex and technical subjects in a clear, concise, and positive manner.
Review and process contract amendments with the TTU Procurement contracting department.
Work closely with Operations Planning and Design and TTU Procurement Strategic Acquisitions to develop and manage a 5-year formal RFP/Bid/RFQ timeline. Establish a process to assist Strategic acquisitions in preparing RFPs for construction contracts.
Coordinate and track other interlocal agreements and easements as needed.
Coordinate budget-related documents and processes in support of Operations and construction projects.
Other duties as assigned to support the mission of Operations and the Business Services office.
Grant Funded?:
No
Minimum Hire Rate:
4000
Pay Basis:
Monthly
Work Location:
Lubbock
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and practices as well as the procurement and payables process.
Knowledge of construction processes and needs related to contracting and procurement.
Bachelor's degree with three years of experience in purchasing, accounts payable, and/or reviewing/creating/processing contracts.
Department:
Ops Div Capital Projects & Admin
Required Attachments:
Cover Letter, Resume / CV
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Group:
Mid-level Other Admn
Shift:
Day
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and four years of experience developing or managing programs or projects. Additional job related education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?:
No
Safety Information:
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement:
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
About the University:
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.