University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is currently seeking/multiple/Contracting Construction & Facilities Specialiststo join Department of Construction and Facilities Procurement. /The selected candidate for this position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of $5,000. Half will be paid following 30 days of satisfactory service at UMB and the remaining half will be paid after successful completion of a probationary period of 12 months. The sign on bonus is eligible only to candidates new or returning to UMB./ UMB is Ranked Among the 2022 Best Employers for Diversity by /Forbes/ BENEFITS (Exempt Regular): UMB offers a comprehensivebenefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). PRIMARY DUTIES: * Perform construction and facilities procurement and contract management activities of the complex nature for all aspects of construction and facilities procurement transactions. Procurement may specialize in unique situations with complex specifications. * Work directly with project managers to draft specifications and vendor qualification criteria for bids and proposals upon researching the end user's needs to ensure proper procurement, maximized competition, and proper form and function. * Serve as liaison between project managers and vendor community, supplying end users with information on sources, discounts, pricing and delivery provisions. * Evaluate bid and proposal responses to contract awards and debrief unsuccessful vendors. * Maintain existing and develops new sources for construction and contractor supplies and services. * Prepare construction procurements for specific building projects. * Resolve any differences on critical points and specific contractual provisions. * Performs contract administration on all contracts awarded. * Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Education:Bachelor's degree. * Experience:Four (4) years procurement, construction, or project management experience, including at least one (1) year of construction/construction procurement or maintenance/maintenance procurement experience. * Supervisory Experience:N/A * Certification/Licensure:N/A * Other:Financial disclosure reporting required by State of Maryland Ethics Committee. Substitution of equivalent years of relevant experience in the field of construction, construction procurement, maintenance, or maintenance procurement may be made in place of Bachelor's Degree. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: * Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery. Hiring Range:$89,000 - $95,000 (Commensurate with education and experience) UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department atHRJobs@umaryland.edu. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contactHRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff* *Organization: Office of Operations & Planning *Title: *Contracting Construction & Facilities Specialist (Sign On Bonus) Location: null Requisition ID: 230000PX