Lead Contracts Analyst

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.

 

We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

 

Job Summary

 

Provide consultative technical, analytical and functional support in the area of contract management for the OH/UG Lines, Electric Service, Project Management, Project Controls, Construction Management and Vegetation Management processes for the Long Island T&D Operations Organization.  

 

Job Responsibilities

 

• Leads interdisciplinary team to achieve results on major Contracts Management initiatives and function such as Foreign Crew Management, Storm preparation contracts negotiations, etc.
• Recognized as and acts as the technical lead for Contract Management organization supporting development of Contract Management employee’s expertise.
• The expert for organization on technical matters supporting all internal and external organizations such as Project Management, Procurement, Legal, Tax, Enterprise Risk Management, Corporate Properties, Survey & Mapping and LIPA.
• Responsible for forecasting, managing, scheduling, monitoring and analyzing contractor activities in respective division.
• Develops from design specification, the bid documents and strategy for Not to Exceed (NTE) and Lump Sum Projects. Manages and negotiates NTE prices with Contractors.   Participate or lead project mtgs. and field visits at proposed construction sites.
• Uses judgment and experience to evaluate contractor work and invoice requests, negotiates invoice discrepancies with contractors. Obtains saving to company by eliminating unsubstantiated charges.
• Advises Long Island T&D Operation’s leadership on contracting strategies to cost effectively meet operational needs.
• Analyze PO spending and provide insights and recommendations to leadership to enhance contractor utilization. Interacts, communicates and champions process and information transfer to maximize implementation of improvement opportunities.
• Leads end to end contract management process with Procurement and Operations from early involvement with developing the scope of work, RFP process, contract negotiation, contract award, contract maintenance, through contract closeout. Analyze data to support contractor/vendor evaluation.
• Provide reports, data and subject matter expertise to VP–Electric Operations and Finance organization on accruals; cost projections, storm data and other contractor related financial data.  
• Ensure accurate and timely corrective actions are taken in direct response to customer inquiries and complaints.

 

Job Specific Qualifications

Required:

 

• BS/BA Degree with a minimum of 5 years utility or construction contracts experience
• In lieu of Degree a minimum of 10 years utility or construction contracts experience
• Working knowledge of project and contract management principles and practices, including financial, cost management, contract law, scheduling and cost control techniques, cost management, contract law, scheduling and cost control techniques.
• Demonstrated analytical ability
• Knowledge and experience with electric transmission and distribution systems
• Experience in interpreting electrical or civil construction drawi