Contracts Specialist

FUNCTION: CONTRACT SPECIALIST (THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS)
DISCPLINE: CONTRACTS & PROCUREMENT
LOCATION: SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA
DURATION: PERMANENT
SALARY: MARKET RELATED
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"Our international client is looking for an experienced CONTRACT SPECIALIST – (THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS) with Rail Industry experience to join our client’s team of experienced professionals. This position is based in SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA."

JOB DESCRIPTION:
• Responsible for assisting with the delivery of third-party agreements for the entire program from inception to completion under the direction of the Third-Party Agreements Manager.
• Ensure to timely secure necessary agreements between the Authority and utilities, municipalities, counties, state and federal agencies, railroads, and other relevant entities to enable the construction of the California High-Speed Rail System (HSR System).
• Responsible for the drafting of complex agreements between the Authority and entities whose facilities conflict with the planned HSR System’s alignment.
• Support the negotiation of complex agreements directly with stakeholders.
• Support State Staff and PDS Staff in the negotiation of Third-Party Agreements.

QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
• Accredited Four (4) year degree in Business, Law or global equivalent in applicable field of study and fourteen (14) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eighteen (18) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements.
• Advanced degree such as a Masters in Business Administration, Law degree (Juris Doctor), or global equivalent.
• Fourteen (14) years of contract management, subcontract administration, and procurement experience supporting engineering and construction projects.
• Knowledge of the California High-Speed Rail Authority Right-of-Way Manual, California State Contracting Manual, Caltrans Utility Relocation Manual, Design-Build Contracts, Federal Statutes, California State Statutes and Project Management Techniques.

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Contact:
Tanya De Bruyn
Email:
Tanya.De.Bruyn@trssa.com
za.trsadd@trssa.com

“We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or any other criteria protected by governing law.”