| Location | Gaithersburg, MD |
| Salary | $140,000–$170,000 Per Year |
Responsibilities: of the Procurement & Contracts Manager: · Lead procurement and sourcing activities supporting engineering, construction, equipment, and facility expansion initiatives. · Develop and manage RFPs, RFQs, bid packages, and vendor selection processes to support project objectives and timelines. · Source and negotiate agreements with engineering firms, construction contractors, equipment suppliers, consultants, and subcontractors. · Draft, review, and negotiate Statements of Work (SOWs), Master Service Agreements (MSAs), purchase agreements, and other commercial contracts. · Conduct vendor evaluations, commercial assessments, bid clarifications, and pricing negotiations to secure optimal value and service. · Coordinate contract approvals and execution while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and project requirements. · Partner with project management, engineering, legal, finance, and construction teams to support procurement planning and project delivery. · Monitor supplier performance, manage procurement risks, resolve contract issues, and track cost savings initiatives. · Support procurement reporting, forecasting, spend analysis, and value-tracking activities throughout the project lifecycle. Qualifications: of the Procurement & Contracts Manager: · 5+ years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or contracting experience supporting capital projects. · Experience procuring engineering, architectural, construction, design, or technical services. · Strong background developing and negotiating SOWs, MSAs, service agreements, and commercial contracts. · Proven experience with competitive bidding, vendor management, supplier selection, and contract negotiations. · Experience supporting large-scale capital projects within manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or other regulated environments preferred. · Ability to independently manage multiple procurement packages, vendors, and stakeholder relationships simultaneously. · Knowledge of Design-Build, EPC, or EPCM project delivery models is preferred. · Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and project coordination skills. · Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline preferred. Compensation: of the Procurement & Contracts Manager: · Salary: $140,000 - $170,000 annually, commensurate with experience · Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision (through Cigna), 401k, Sick leave required as by law, PTO (Paid Time Off), Paid Holidays This job opens for applications on 9/22/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.