Procurement Manager II (61031525) *Re-Advertisement*

Job Responsibilities

• Develops estimating template in accordance with the negotiated final scope for consistency in the preparation of the internal and consultant independent estimates.
• Corresponds with consultants and negotiates project work elements including staffing requirements, man hours, work types, rates, direct expenses and related key project issues.
• Works in collaboration with the Program Manager, technical staff, and consultant as appropriate to achieve timely completion of the pre-scoping and scoping.
• Facilitates negotiation meetings and documents the entire negotiation process to include meeting minutes, project discussions, and correspondences concerning key project issues.
• Prepares the Final Negotiation Package inclusive of the approved contract template, Record of Negotiation, and documentation for review and approval by the Program Manager, and appropriate Engineering Division Director.
• Secures contract signature by the consultant and then submits Final Negotiation Package to Upper Management for Commission approval and/or signature by Deputy Secretary for Engineering in accordance with approved procedures.
• Upon Commission approval and/or Deputy Secretary for Engineering contract signature, submits contract package for processing and execution and completes negotiation file.
• Following contract execution, obtains Notice to Proceed from Program Manager and sends one signed/executed agreement to the consultant with the Notice to Proceed.
• Prepares a comparative review of the SCDOT internal estimate(s) and the consultant's estimate(s) to identify key discrepancies and issues of concern.
• Covers coordination with the Office of Contract Assurance as needed regarding approved overhead and FCCM rates, and related issues.
• Covers coordination with legal office as necessary regarding any modifications to contract language and legal provisions.
• Works with staff to ensure negotiations are in compliance with federal and state statutes and requirements.
• Maintains and updates as necessary, procedure and process documents, contract and estimating templates, unit cost rates; etc.
• Conducts research pertinent to direct expense items as needed.
• Updates Negotiation Database to track negotiations and prepares reports.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience in procurement and contract management; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Benefits For State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type.