Chief of Budget and Contracts (Program Manager Sr IV)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $126,914.00 - $198,107.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
telework options
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) is a prominent state agency dedicated to providing comprehensive transportation services and infrastructure that connect Maryland residents, visitors, and businesses to life’s many opportunities. MDOT manages and operates a variety of transportation systems across the state, including the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, Maryland’s toll roads, the Light Rail system, and the Port of Baltimore, among others. These services play a vital role in the daily lives and economic vitality of Maryland, facilitating seamless transit options, efficient traffic flow, and essential roadside assistance programs such as CHART Emergency Patrol. With a broad mission to... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting, public administration, or related field
- ten years of leadership experience in budgeting, auditing, contract administration, procurement, and financial management in a complex organizational or governmental environment
- seven years managing and developing complex operating budgets
- knowledge of State procurement laws and regulations
- excellent analytical and negotiation skills
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders
- legal authorization to work in the United States
- ability to provide accurate and complete information in application
- willingness to undergo background and reference checks
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, public administration, or a related field
- ten years of leadership experience in budgeting, auditing, contract administration, procurement, and financial management in a complex organizational or governmental environment
- seven years of experience managing and developing a complex operating budget, conducting financial and trend analysis, including financial forecasting and planning
- strong knowledge of State procurement laws and contract administration
- proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams
- excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
- experience in financial reporting and budget forecasting
- familiarity with IT budgeting and consolidation efforts beneficial
- ability to provide strategic financial advice to executive leadership
Job Duties
- Develop and manage operating and capital budgets for OABC program areas
- monitor expenditures, conduct variance analysis, and prepare forecasts and monthly reporting
- oversee cost allocation and financial tracking for multimodal IT budgets and consolidation efforts
- manage reimbursements, cost recovery, and federal funding processes
- oversee all OABC contracts from inception to closeout, including MOUs and interagency agreements
- ensure compliance with State procurement laws and coordinate with the MDOT Procurement Office
- collaborate with DGS on statewide contracting systems
- provide financial and contractual guidance to OABC leadership
- analyze fiscal trends, risks, and opportunities beyond standard reporting
- support IT consolidation by validating budgets and monitoring performance
- recommend improvements to procurement and budget procedures and coordinate with MDOT business units
- identify and recommend improvements to OABC’s procurement and budgeting processes
- support internal stakeholders throughout the procurement lifecycle, from award to delivery
- serve as liaison with MDOT Procurement Office, ensuring timely and compliant contract execution
- collaborate with MDOT business units to advance consistency, accountability, and best practices in budget and contract management
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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