Senior Manager

Company: CDM Smith
Location: Rancho Cucamonga
Posted on: April 5, 2021

Job Description:

CDM Smith provides lasting and integrated solutions in water, environment, transportation, energy and facilities to public and private clients worldwide. As a full-service consulting, engineering, construction, and operations firm, we deliver exceptional client service, quality results and enduring value across the entire project life cycle. Job Description Ensures that unit/group procurement functions are performed in conformance with the requirements of the client contracts. Collaborates with senior leadership and/or functional management to gather requirements for contracts including planning of work, terms and conditions, methodology for resolution of contract disputes, etc. Works with project and unit/group management to identify, prequalify, negotiate and approve sources for providers, sub-consultants, subcontractors, construction services providers, materials and construction equipment. Oversees the management of request for proposal (RFP) processes and the issuances of invitations for bids. Ensures thorough review of vendor proposals and makes recommendations to senior leadership and/or functional management on vendor selection. Directs the review and negotiation of procurement contract terms, conditions of solicitation, team agreements, subcontracts, and other related procurement agreements. Ensures contract final terms and conditions meet firm policies and procedures requirements. Performs reviews and audits of contract execution including compliance with policies and procedures, and compliance with terms and conditions. Provides updates to unit/group senior leadership on procurement budgets, plans, strategies, talent development, high risk procurement issues, opportunities for improvement, resource utilization and monthly operational performance. Collaborates with senior leadership in the development and execution of procurement strategies and plans. Manages day-to-day activity of procurement staff. Provides feedback on performance appraisals. Manages the development and training of staff. Approves paid time off requests (PTO) and ensures human resources policies are followed. Performs other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree. 12 years of related experience with at least 3 of those years in a management or leadership capacity. Government procurement experience required. Understanding of compliance on U.S. government projects required. Experience for RFPs, vendors and bidders. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Skills and Abilities Excellent communication, teamwork, presentation, organizational, supervisory and planning skills. Excellent knowledge of contract and procurement principles, techniques, and practices, as well as good business practices. Expert negotiating skills and the Assignment Category Amount of Travel Required 20% EEO Statement We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Background Check and Drug Testing Information CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Agency Disclaimer All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Business Unit CCI Group CCI ESS CDM Smith Employment Type Regular No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

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