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Transit Contract Specialist

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United States , Honolulu

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Salary:

72520.00 - 103210.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

HART is seeking an experienced Transit Contract Specialist to join our Procurement and Contract Administration team. This critical role ensures compliance, with state and federal regulations, in all procurements, and manages contract requirements effectively. The Transit Contract Specialist will report to the Deputy Director of Procurement and Contracts and plays a critical role in managing change orders across multiple HART contracts.

Job Responsibility:

  • Supervision and Leadership: Lead a team responsible for processing contract change orders, while upholding HART’s change order management procedures and compliance standards
  • Change Order Review: Oversee the review of change order documentation for completeness and accuracy, verifying that all changes align with the approved project baseline, including design and construction documents such as standard plans, design criteria, and specifications
  • Collaboration: Work closely with project managers to analyze the impact of change requests on various project contracts. Prepare and present change order analysis, alternatives, risks, and recommendations
  • Document and Reporting: Assist in the preparation of necessary documentation to complete contract change orders and obtain required approvals. Develop reports using PowerPoint, Excel, Word and other software as required.

Requirements:

  • A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in business or public administration, marketing, economics or a related field
  • At least three years of professional experience in centralized purchasing, standards, and specifications development activities
  • Knowledge of: Governmental purchasing principles, policies, and procedures, including those of the Purchasing Division, the Revised Charter of the City and County of Honolulu, and relevant ordinances governing procurement for various types of goods and services
  • Procurement methods, including sourcing strategies and supplier evaluation, for a wide range of goods and their sources of supply
  • Interviewing techniques, research principles, and methods for gathering and analyzing data related to procurement and contracts, along with effective report writing to document findings, evaluate vendor performance, and provide actionable insights for informed purchasing decisions
  • Ability to: Effectively draft technical, complex specifications and implement procedures for special studies
  • Evaluate the quality and suitability of commodities and services and revise purchasing specifications to meet intended purposes at the lowest cost
  • Conduct complex research and analyze market conditions, price trends, and appropriateness of bids
  • Interpret policies, laws and ordinances related to government purchasing
  • prepare clear, concise reports
  • Physical Requirements: Candidates must meet the health and physical condition standards necessary and proper for performing the essential duties of this duties.
What we offer:
  • Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, and life insurance plans
  • Generous vacation and sick leave, earning up to 21 days per year
  • 13 paid holidays annually (14 days during election year)
  • Retirement plan contributions through the Employees' Retirement System (ERS)
  • Deferred compensation options to invest pre-tax income for retirement
  • Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses
  • Pre-tax transportation benefits, including TheBus and vanpool options
  • Access to confidential counseling services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Additional perks include training opportunities and employer-funded Holo Card for eligible employees to use on public transit
  • Eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, supporting employees dedicated to public service

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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