Senior Contract Analyst (7380U) - 36077

Senior Contract Analyst (7380U) - 36077 About Berkeley

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Departmental Overview

Contract Administration (CA) is the unit responsible for the formation and administration of construction contracts for the Capital Strategies Department and the campus. CA's primary function is the acquisition of professional, architectural and construction services for the Berkeley Campus. Professional contracting services are provided in compliance with System-wide and Berkeley campus policies and procedures as defined in UCOP's Facilities Manual in addition to applicable local, state, federal, and international laws, rules and regulations, principally those laws pertaining to UC in Calif. Public Contract Code Section 1500, et seq. The Contract Administrator 3 (CA3) serves the campus in two functions: procurement of the professional, licensed contract services of construction and design firms and administration of the contracts after award, i.e., change orders, payment processing and closeout.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 06/02/2022.

Responsibilities

Design and Consulting Services Contracting - Primary responsibilities include:

Participating in the designer/consultant selection process in accordance with UCOP Facility Manual policies
Consults with project managers to draft appropriate master design (EDPA) or consulting agreements (PSA) agreements.
Negotiates any consultant/designer exceptions to agreement terms and conditions as required to acceptable UC standards.
Drafts and issues Work Authorizations for the award of specific work to designers/consultants against appropriate master agreements.
Construction Services Contracting - Primary responsibilities include:

Prepares and executes complex, high dollar construction contracts,
Consults with project managers, drafts and issues Requests for Prequalification.
Reviews Architect/Owner's Representative specifications, including checking license type, funding, and a detailed review of bid documents (drawings, certification page, specifications, and the Information Available to Bidders documents).
Sets the bidding schedule and ensures that all public bid advertisement requirements, practices and UCOP policies are met prior to bid opening.
Prepares construction bidding documents
Conducts contract portion of site tour, including explaining any commercial specification requirements and ensuring the integrity and fairness of the bid walk process.
Conducts the public bid-opening meeting.
Analyzes bids received for responsiveness of the bidder and responsiveness of the bid submittal, including required insurance and bid bond, and issues Bid Analysis Memo to project manager.
Coordinates the response to any bid protests.
Initiates Builder's Risk insurance for projects to ensure that risk for large construction projects ( >$300,000) is covered by including the work under the University's Builder's Risk Insurance program.
Consults with project team, negotiates with contractor if necessary, and assists with the drafting of change orders.
Coordinates the change order execution process with the contractor and the internal approval process.
Coordinates the pay application process internally.
Files the Notice of Completion with the county within 10 days after the date of final completion of project.
Works with project managers, and contractors to develop requirements and specifications for buy-out packages in the CMGC delivery model.
Reviews requisitions, analyzes specifications, analyzes contractor capabilities, conducts pre-bid analysis, and participates in the process of the contractor selection
Performs prevailing wage audits/checks for construction contracts.
Complies with Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) reporting requirements.
Administers the Mini Projects Program by issuing contracts, Authorizations, MOUs and insuring program complies with PCC, State and University policies.
Selects appropriate contracting method based on departmental needs.

Identifies and investigates new contractors with special emphasis on business outreach.

Investigates and mediates departmental and or contractor complaints, including coordination between multiple parties.

Document Production: Drafts and executes complex contracts, utilizing both custom and standard terms and conditions for materials, supplies, equipment, and services.

Drafts complex RFPs (request for proposal), including detailed specifications, terms and conditions, and evaluation criteria. Drafts RFQs (request for qualifications) for designers and design related consultants.

Writes sole source justifications and bases for award documents. Documents interpretations of processes, policies, and procedures for edification of customers and suppliers.

Develops spreadsheets and other documentation to support analysis (see below).

Relationship Management: (i) Negotiates unique terms and conditions with contractors as required; (ii) Develops new sources to address supply base inadequacies (as needed); (iv) Resolves contractor performance issues.

Customer: (i) Regularly communicates and leads meetings with campus customers; (ii) Reduces risk to the University by ensuring departmental compliance with procurement policy; (iii) Works in conjunction with end- users to develop specifications for RFQs and RFPs; (iv) Assists in implementation of campus or system-wide agreements; manages demand against agreements; (v) Makes recommendations regarding new sources; champions use of a diverse supply base (as appropriate).

Analytical Practices: Interprets and applies University policies and procedures. Determines quality and cost effectiveness to select services. Analyzes terms and conditions for appropriateness. Performs complex analysis to determine appropriate contracting selection. Evaluates sole source justifications for appropriateness. Responsible for providing analysis for highly complex construction/design projects.

Other: Acquires and maintains advanced technical understanding of construction/design contracting practices. Participates in professional development and training.
Participates on quality improvement teams and contributing to implementing process improvements:

Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the contracting field by attending professional meetings, participating in professional contracting organizations.
Participates in internal and external training opportunities to improve skills, knowledge and abilities.
Uses Berkeley Financial System (BFS),BearBuy, Project Information Systems Manager (Unifier), electronic bidding software (BuildingConnected) and updates Capital Strategies website.
Produces high quality work, which demonstrates the effective use of a variety of computer-generated contracting documents and reports.
Required Qualifications

Thorough knowledge, or the ability to quickly develop knowledge, of internal departmental/unit operating policies, applicable state and federal regulations and general contract terms.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of specific contracting assignments.
Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills; and ability to deal effectively with broad and diverse constituencies ensuring strong customer service orientation and skills.
Strong organizational, presentation and negotiation skills.
Strong listening and political acumen skills.
Strong knowledge, or the ability to quickly develop knowledge, of the campus, including its infrastructure, goals, mission, rules, policies, guidelines, etc.
Knowledge of contracting principles and practices, methods and procedures used in competitive procurement, including value analysis, and source selection techniques.
Demonstrated extensive knowledge of contract law, the Uniform Commercial Code, and the California Public Contract Code and a thorough understanding, or the ability to quickly develop knowledge, of the University's Business and Finance Bulletins and Facilities Manual.
Ability to apply logical thinking and exercise sound judgment to arrive at appropriate business decisions. This includes a sense of balance between risks involved, timeliness, cost factors and other considerations.
Demonstrated reading and comprehension skills consistent with the ability to understand complex information contained in requisitions, specifications, contracts and related documents.
Can negotiate contract terms with architects, consultants, and contractors, drafts contract document, uses the Berkeley Financial System (BFS), BearBuy, BuildingConnected and the Project Information Systems Manager (Unifier) databases, and review contracts for formal content and monitors internal approval routing and transmits contracts to contractors for their execution.
Language skills consistent with the ability to orally convey ideas, information, standard procurement and contracting terminology, procurement policies and procedures, and action plans.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and produce accurate detailed work on time.
Ability to respond to emergency situations calmly and expeditiously.
Knowledge of business subjects such as procurement, economics, ethics, accounting and contract law and state and federal laws, as applicable.
Ability to become proficient, in a timely manner, in the use of software applications used at UCB, such as MS Word, MS Excel, Google Suite, and project management and calendaring programs.
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Salary & Benefits

This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) exempt career position, which is paid monthly and eligible for full UC Benefits. Annual salary is commensurate with experience.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html