The Project Lead III will serve as IT Project Lead and Contract Administration Manager overseeing administration of statewide strategic information technology contracts using prescribed processes in overseeing the operations and activities for monitoring contract performance. This role oversees contract and grant performance by developing metrics, managing deliverables, and coordinating communications. It serves as the primary liaison between agency leadership and vendors, ensuring compliance with contract terms, resolving disputes, and supporting negotiations.

This position performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of Cayuse.

• Oversee the operations and activities of monitoring contract and grant performance, including developing and tracking key metrics.
• Developing, reviewing and approving of internal contract and grant deliverables.
• Coordinating contract and grant communications including scheduling and conducting meetings.
• Providing contract and grant status.
• Serving as principal project lead and contract liaison between agency management and other customers and collaborating with other Vendors involved in the contract management process.
• Overseeing the contract management/monitoring process which includes tasks such as examining scope, billing, fiscal data and eligibility determinations for compliance with contract and grant terms and departmental policies; coordinating and participating in vendor discussions/negotiations; processing of contract and grant documents to ensure understanding and authorizations of contract and grant requirements; and, investigating and resolving discrepancies, complaints, and disputes by negotiating settlement agreements.
• Develop, prepare and track budget and LAR documents for various projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Here’s What You Need

• 20 years of experience with government regulations, laws and software licensing practices.
• 20 years if experience operationally manage a portfolio of customer expenditure on a day-to-day basis in line with the overall strategy.
• 20 years of experience delivering efficiencies and service improvements, leading to continuous improvement initiatives.
• 15 years of experience and knowledge of DCS contract practices.
• 15 years of experience with DCS contract budgeting and forecasting.
• 12 years of experience with LAR preparation & forecasting.
• 8 years experience planning, coordination, requirements gathering, business analysis, specifications development, reporting.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills:

• Must possess problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.
• Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
• Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time.
• Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature.
• Must be a Self-starter, that can work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of prior experience with TEA DCS Contract.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Professional remote office environment.
• Ability to work Monday-Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.

• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.