Manager of Professional Services Procurement and Contracts

Manager of Professional Services Procurement and Contracts

Interested candidates must apply to the Manager of Professional Services Procurement and Contracts posting by visiting careers.paturnpike.com by July 15, 2026.

Posting Start Date: July 1, 2026

Posting End Date: July 15, 2026

Position Number: 80000316

Union: Non-Union

FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt

Department: Finance & Administration

Salary Grade: E-4

Salary Range: $87,315.09 - $118,973.19

Employment Type: Full Time

Building Location: Central Office Building

Building Street: 700 S. Eisenhower Boulevard

Building City: Middletown

Building State: Pennsylvania (US-PA)

Building Zip Code:17057

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, opened on October 1, 1940, is known as “America’s First Superhighway”! Our mission is to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce. The PTC operates a 565-mile system with over 205 million transactions annually. Together, we are building the highway of the future.

The Commission values its team members and understands the importance of work/life balance to the health, well-being and productivity of its team. Therefore, this position may be eligible for Flexible Work Options* such as:

• Hybrid Work - combination of remote and in-person reporting
• Alternate Work Schedule - flexibility to adjust work schedule length to complete work week in fewer days

*Some options may require completion of probationary period.

The Commission requires all employees to establish PA residency within 6 months of hire and to maintain PA residency, regardless of Flexible Work Options.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The Commission will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Purpose and Summary

This position is responsible for performing and supervising advanced-level work associated with professional services procurement and contract administration for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC). Work involves the administration of confidential contract and procurement issues with significant coordination with internal/external customers that require a high degree of discretion. Work is performed with considerable independence but subject to review by a manager for conformance with established goals, objectives, and policies. Supervision is exercised over professional staff involved with professional services procurement and contract administration.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Supervises, organizes, and plans Professional Services Procurement operations and staff functions including performance management, delegation of work assignments, and review of work product.
• Monitors and reviews professional services procurement and contract administration activities to ensure consistency and compliance with policy/procedures.
• Develops, maintains, and recommends changes to professional services procurement procedures and controls to support the management of PTC consulting agreements.
• Provides advice, training, and guidance to staff regarding proper contracting and procurement procedures. Ensures all legal, regulatory, and procedural requirements are met.
• Develops, compiles, secures, and determines the appropriate use of Requests for Proposal/Information (RFP/RFI), Invitations to Qualify/Bid or other procurement format to facilitate development of sourcing strategy within Procurement Code guidelines.
• Supervises the consultant selection process. Prepares materials and maintains records in accordance with Professional Services Procurement Procedures.
• Facilitates pre-proposal conferences and participates on evaluation committees to review proposals for contract recommendation.
• Conducts, or facilitates, the negotiation of prices, terms, conditions, and requirements. Prepares and ensures contracts and purchase orders are written accurately, consistently and include the proper terms/conditions. Secures all necessary approvals and signatures.
• Analyzes and maintains organizational records on contract usage and contractual obligations. Monitors expiration dates and expenditures. Advises and assists departments with contract issues (invoicing, audit resolutions, insurance, bonds, performance, etc.).
• Reviews and responds to internal/external customer inquiries concerning issues associated with contracting policies/procedures, project status and development.
• Represents and leads the unit in organization-wide projects and efforts including, but not limited to, documenting retention schedules and records management. Monitors progress of projects and compiles status reports for the Commission and Executive Staff.
• Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Nine (9) years of experience in strategic sourcing, purchasing, contract administration, supply-chain management, engineering, or business administration with at least one (1) of those years in a supervisory capacity; OR
• Five (5) years of experience in strategic sourcing, purchasing, contract administration, supply-chain management, engineering, or business administration with at least one (1) of those years in a supervisory capacity AND a bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, supply-chain management, public administration, or related field; OR
• One (1) year as a Senior Contracts and Procurement Specialist or Strategic Sourcing Supervisor at the PTC will be considered equivalent for the supervisory requirements.

Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted.

Competencies

Customer Service

Problem Solving/Analysis

Decision Making and Independent Judgment

Communication Proficiency

Business Writing

Performance Management

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Developing Others

Technical Innovation

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position demands include frequent speaking, writing, and reading reports. Position requires frequent work at a computer utilizing business programs and PTC specific operating systems. Position requires occasional travel and/or fieldwork with exposure to roadway traffic. Occasionally works outside of normal business hours for assigned work assignments.

Office environment with low levels of noise, adequate lighting, and comfortable temperature. Field environment may include exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable conditions. Physical environment is generally safe, but safety equipment or precautions must be followed in field conditions.

Benefits

The selected candidate will be offered an exceptional benefits package which includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, along with a benefit plan for retirement. In addition, leave programs, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and alternative work schedules are available to employees.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department by calling 717-831-7378.