Construction Contract Analyst Journey
 Sacramento Municipal Utility District | |
 United States, California, Sacramento | |
 Apr 17, 2025 | |
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Apply now Title: Construction Contract Analyst Journey Department: Line Assets Location: Sacramento, CA, US, 95827-3824 Category: Engineering/Technical Minimum Pay Rate:$96,553.60 Maximum Pay Rate:$127,878.40 Civil Service Status:Civil Service Apply by Date:05/01/2025 Posting Type:Open Join our dynamic team at SMUD as a Construction Contract Analyst at the journey level in our Line Assets Department! In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in supporting the planning, execution, and management of construction contracts related to our utility infrastructure. As a Construction Contract Analyst, you will analyze and interpret contract documents, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards while also evaluating contractor performance. Your expertise will be instrumental in facilitating effective communication between project teams and external partners, promoting smooth project delivery, and fostering relationships that enhance project outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of contract law, construction processes, and utility operations. You will be tasked with identifying risks and developing strategies to mitigate them throughout the contract lifecycle. Your attention to detail and analytical skills will be vital as you prepare reports, track performance metrics, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our contracting processes. Purpose
Solicits, negotiates, and administers services and construction contracts supporting the operation of SMUD Grid Assets division. Nature and Scope
This classification is comprised of two levels: Level E is the entry-level where incumbents are provided formal training and/or certification for progression to the journey-level of the classification. The incumbent is promoted/progressed to the journey level J upon successful completion of all training and/or certification requirements for the classification. Incumbents hired at the entry-level are required to successfully progress to the journey-level within 18 to 60 months, depending on the length of the training and/or certification program. If an employee is unsuccessful with progressing to the journey-level they will return to last class held or separate from SMUD. Duties and Responsibilities
Knowledge Of
Basic contract management principles and procedures; basic business and contract law; a general knowledge of engineering and construction practices, and terminology; construction terminology and general construction techniques and procedures; civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering fundamentals; procedures and practices including contract/contract change preparation, pertinent regulations and requirements; cost evaluation methodology; cost account classification; SMUD reporting requirements, forecasting principles and budgeting procedures and analysis; knowledge of principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Skills To
Meet tight deadlines and skill to be accurate in processing invoices, contract preparation and contract changes; read, write, comprehend and interpret contractual terms and conditions; collect and analyze cost data; analyze and report technical and financial contract information; prepare and negotiate contracts, contract changes and claims; learn to interpret, analyze and apply pertinent policies, procedures, regulations and requirements; interpret, clarify, understand and analyze verbal/written information and ideas; learn to schedule and prioritize own work assignments to meet expected timeframes; utilize a personal computer and/or computer terminal, systems and software relevant to the job; communicate effectively orally and in writing internally/externally; establish and maintain effective working relationships internally/externally. Required Education
Desirable Education
Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or Engineering Contract management experience Utility experience Required Experience Qualifications
3 or more years of relevant contract analysis, procurement or professional analytical experience Desirable Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or Engineering Contract management experience Utility experience Physical Requirements
Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion SMUD celebrates diversity, and inspires an inclusive culture based on trust and respect to create belonging and connection among our employees, customers, and communities. By working together, we are powering positive, equitable opportunities for all. We aspire to be a workplace where you can be yourself, achieve your best, and thrive together. An example of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is when SMUD signed the California Equal Pay Pledge in 2020. This requires equal pay for employees who perform "substantially similar work," when viewed as a composite of skill, effort, and responsibility at the time those employees started within that classification. As such, initial hiring salary range is not subject to negotiation and salaries will vary over time based on performance. SMUD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business needs and interests. On-site Work This role will be an on-site role that will require being in person at one of SMUD's campuses daily to complete work tasks. SMUD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SMUD complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. SMUD expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SMUD employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Req ID: 2115 Apply now | |