Procurement and Contracts Manager

Procurement and Contracts Manager – Dallas, TX

Full-Time | On-Site | Dallas, TX

Why CMTS?

Every day at CMTS, we undertake impactful infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. CMTS has over 40 years of industry experience, providing a strong foundation for continued success. We foster a culture of learning, professional development, and well-being while prioritizing work-life balance and ethical business practices. Join us as we continue to grow and make a meaningful impact.

About Your Role

CMTS is seeking a highly motivated Procurement and Contracts Manager to support Dallas Independent School District (DISD) capital improvement and construction programs in Dallas, TX. This role is responsible for managing procurement activities, contract administration, solicitation processes, contract compliance, and risk management across multiple K-12 construction projects and public-sector procurements.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in:
  
  
  
  • Construction Management
  
  
  • Business Administration
  
  
  • Engineering
  
  
  • Related field
  
  
  
  

Preferred Certifications

• CPCM – Certified Professional Contracts Manager


• Similar contract or procurement certifications preferred

Required Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in:
  
  
  
  • Procurement
  
  
  • Contract Management
  
  
  • Construction Administration
  
  
  
  


• Experience supporting:
  
  
  
  • Public-sector procurement processes
  
  
  • K-12 or municipal construction programs preferred
  
  
  
  


• Strong knowledge of:
  
  
  
  • Contract types
  
  
  • Contract terms
  
  
  • Risk allocation
  
  
  
  


• Experience preparing and managing:
  
  
  
  • RFQs
  
  
  • RFPs
  
  
  • Bid packages
  
  
  
  


• Strong:
  
  
  
  • Negotiation skills
  
  
  • Organizational skills
  
  
  • Communication abilities
  
  
  
  


• Ability to manage multiple procurements and contracts simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:
  
  
  
  • Texas public procurement laws
  
  
  • School district procurement requirements
  
  
  
  


• Familiarity with:
  
  
  
  • e-Builder
  
  
  • PMWeb
  
  
  • Similar contract management platforms
  
  
  
  


• Knowledge of construction delivery methods including:
  
  
  
  • Design-Bid-Build (DBB)
  
  
  • CMAR
  
  
  • Design-Build
  
  
  
  


• Experience supporting:
  
  
  
  • Large capital improvement programs
  
  
  • Bond-funded programs
  
  
  
  

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for multiple K-12 construction projects including:
  
  
  
  • RFQs
  
  
  • RFPs
  
  
  • Bid packages
  
  
  
  


• Develop, review, and finalize:
  
  
  
  • Scopes of work
  
  
  • Bid documents
  
  
  • Procurement packages
  
  
  
  


• Coordinate with:
  
  
  
  • Design teams
  
  
  • Estimators
  
  
  • Project Managers
  
  
  
  


• Manage solicitation processes including:
  
  
  
  • Advertisements
  
  
  • Pre-bid meetings
  
  
  • Addenda
  
  
  • Bidder communications
  
  
  
  


• Oversee:
  
  
  
  • Bid openings
  
  
  • Bid evaluations
  
  
  • Proposal analysis
  
  
  • Best-value selection processes
  
  
  
  


• Prepare:
  
  
  
  • Bid tabulations
  
  
  • Evaluation reports
  
  
  • Contract award recommendations
  
  
  
  


• Ensure procurement compliance with:
  
  
  
  • Local regulations
  
  
  • State regulations
  
  
  • Federal regulations
  
  
  • Public-sector requirements
  
  
  
  


• Draft, review, and administer:
  
  
  
  • Contracts
  
  
  • Agreements
  
  
  • Amendments
  
  
  
  


• Support negotiation of:
  
  
  
  • Contract terms
  
  
  • Pricing
  
  
  • Conditions with vendors and contractors
  
  
  
  


• Manage:
  
  
  
  • Contract execution
  
  
  • Contract tracking
  
  
  • Documentation throughout project lifecycle
  
  
  
  


• Oversee:
  
  
  
  • Change Order review
  
  
  • Contract compliance
  
  
  • Scope alignment
  
  
  
  


• Coordinate with:
  
  
  
  • Legal teams
  
  
  • Finance teams
  
  
  • Program leadership
  
  
  
  


• Maintain:
  
  
  
  • Contract logs
  
  
  • Procurement schedules
  
  
  • Documentation systems
  
  
  
  


• Identify and mitigate:
  
  
  
  • Procurement risks
  
  
  • Contractual risks
  
  
  
  


• Support:
  
  
  
  • Claims management
  
  
  • Dispute resolution
  
  
  • Audit readiness activities
  
  
  
  


• Provide guidance to project teams regarding:
  
  
  
  • Contract interpretation
  
  
  • Procurement compliance
  
  
  
  


• Develop and implement:
  
  
  
  • Procurement procedures
  
  
  • Contract management best practices
  
  
  
  


• Monitor contractor performance against contractual obligations

Preferred Skills / Abilities

• Contract clarity and risk management


• Negotiation and decision-making skills


• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy


• Process management and compliance oversight


• Communication and stakeholder coordination abilities

What You Can Expect from CMTS

• Opportunity to support impactful educational infrastructure programs


• Collaborative and growth-focused work environment


• Competitive compensation and benefits


• Career advancement and professional development opportunities

Salary Requirements

• Compensation: DOE / COE

Equal Employment Opportunity

CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. CMTS is committed to equal opportunity in recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, and all other employment practices.