Contract Coordinator at City Of Leawood Kansas

Leawood, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

34.84

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Administration, Project Management, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Effective Communication, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Do you have experience coordinating contracts and projects? Are you willing to innovate or suggest improvements to processes? Are you ready for the next step in your career? THE CITY OF LEAWOOD, KANSAS, is looking for a Contract Coordinator The City of Leawood is hiring a Contract Coordinator to assist the Public Works Department in coordinating contract processes and assigned projects from initiation to close-out. This position will act as the go-between for a diverse group of stakeholders regarding the status of contracts for multiple projects. The Contract Coordinator will ensure the project meets the required deadlines and deliverables based on the project contract. You might be the ideal person to join the city as our Contract Coordinator if you: * Have a self-starter mindset, are a problem solver, have a team player attitude, and strive for excellence. * Enjoy solving problems, suggesting process improvements, and innovating contract management processes. * Like collaborating with diverse stakeholders on cross-functional teams on various projects. * Have excellent organizational skills and provide clear and effective communication. * Are interested in career development in contract management and public works administration growth. Your work responsibilities may include: * Developing, administering, tracking, and executing contracts related to assigned projects. * Preparing monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports for local, state, and federal agencies regarding contract compliance. * Project management of assigned projects. Duties include preparing, reviewing, and getting required approval associated with the project, as well as keeping applicable City, State, and/or Federal departments apprised of the project status. * Assisting in the scheduling, participating, and documenting formal bid openings and RFPs. Prepares bid tabulations and analyzes bids to determine responsiveness to the solicitation. * Assisting the assigned Project Engineer or Project Manager in evaluating bidder responsibility based on previous contract performance, preparing necessary justification for bid awards, and monitoring performance of contracted parties. * Collaborating closely with internal teams, vendors, and external contractors to track assigned projects, monitor deadlines, deliverables, and expectations, provide continuous status updates to stakeholders, and proactively identify and address potential roadblocks. * Assisting the department in coordinating and implementing the Accreditation process. Lead in coordinating research, reporting, analysis, and follow-up related to the Accreditation process. * Assisting the department in implementing and evaluating new systems, processes, or technology to enhance project tracking and reporting. Minimum Requirements: Five (5) years of contract administration and project management experience. Preferred Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or equivalent, with at least three (3) years of contract administration and project management experience. Experience as a municipality project manager or contract administrator preferred. Strong project coordination experience in public works, facility management, or municipal operations, preferred. You will always learn and work on various projects as the Contract Coordinator with the City of Leawood, where there is never a dull moment! Join the team today! Accepting Applications through February 16, 2026 $28.44 -$34.84 / hour, annually, DOQ Additional Information: At the City of Leawood, we understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential for the success and well-being of our employees. That's why we're thrilled to present our latest initiative – the New Hire 40-Hour Vacation Program! This program is designed to allow our newest team members the opportunity to recharge, explore, and connect with their passions outside of work. From day one, enjoy the luxury of 40 hours of fully paid time off. The City of Leawood offers career development opportunities that could increase the employee's experience, training, and pay. The position is eligible to receive pay increases every year as approved by City Administration. Employees also receive a Time-in-Service Bonus equal to 5% of their annual salary every three years of employment on their anniversary date.

Responsibilities

The Contract Coordinator will assist the Public Works Department in coordinating contract processes and managing assigned projects from initiation to close-out. Responsibilities include developing and executing contracts, preparing compliance reports, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project success.