Overview

Philadelphia Gas Works

Looking for a challenge and ready to light up your career?

The Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) is the largest municipally-owned gas utility in the nation, supplying gas service in the City of Philadelphia to over 500,000 customers. From its humble beginnings in 1836, PGW has grown into the large, modern facility that exists today. As one of the nation's leading natural gas providers, PGW prides itself on stability and continual growth. PGW is dedicated to becoming the Greenest Natural Gas Delivery Company in the region. Apply at: www.pgworks.com

Make a difference in your future – Become part of the PGW Team!

Free Health Insurance Options– Free Dental Insurance – Flex Spending - Commuter Benefits - Pension Plan – Free Parking – Wellness Programs – Onsite Gyms – Tuition Assistance- PSLF Eligible Employer- Parental Leave - Hybrid Work Environment

Please note this position will require you to report at 7 AM, five days per week to the North Operations Center (NOC) at 5000 Summerdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA. A hybrid schedule working remote one day a week may be available after 6 months for residents of Pennsylvania.

Contract Analyst - Field Operations

The Contract Analyst is responsible for planning, auditing, revising, and analyzing all contracts in Field Operations in amounts totaling $70 to $100 million dollars yearly; Drafting routine contract language and is responsible for developing and establishing contract management policy and procedures. This position is responsible for all contract compliance functions as well as routine updating of contract language. 

Responsibilities

• Responsible for contract proposal planning, administration, preparation, and revision of all new and existing contracts that involve the purchase of sale of goods and services in the Field Operation Department.
• Create and generate trending reports to evaluate business critical tasks, i.e. cost per linear foot of pipe installed and to evaluate the cost of work performed by contracted vendors.
• Prepare studies, reports, and analyze in areas such as budgets, forecasts, financial plans, governmental requirements, statistical reports, cash flow projections, and business forecasts.Conduct audits for each contract which will include original contract, all correspondence, deviations, amendments, clarifications, work and payment schedules and requests for change orders because of contingencies.
• Prepare contract change notices, monitor contractor performance, including the reporting and status of contractor and owner deliverables.
• Assist in the development of new systems and technological advancements.Coordinate with other departments to gather, analyze, summarize, and prepare recommendations regarding Field Operations contracts, including new business and planning, to trend future resource requirements, and improve capital and operating budget projections.
• Prepare and disseminate information to appropriate employees regarding contract status, facilitate contractor meetings and monitor labor and material cost reports to compare similar work types between contractors for use by planning to prepare future contracts.
• Ensure that the contractor follows legal requirements, owner specifications, and government regulations; provide contract summaries and ensure contract execution in accordance with company policy.
• Assist in the development of the annual departmental strategic, planning and budget processes and technical analysis of activities for financial and or operational impacts.
• Audit requisitions and oversee the verification process of services delivered.Receive and process contractor invoices when needed.
• Perform other special projects and assignments as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or other related field of study preferred.
• 3 – 5 years’ experience of contract management experience.
• Must have analytical skills with the ability to collect, analyze and report impact of all contracting activities on departmental budget and daily operations.
• Knowledge of legal documents, government regulations, and agency rules, is highly preferred.
• Must have project management and organizational skills with the ability to work smoothly under pressure and coordinate the activities of multiple levels of personnel.
• Must have verbal and written communication skills persuade others to perform in PGW’s best interest and compose technical analyses as well as general office correspondences.
• Must have ability to work independently and offer solutions and expert guidance to both internal and external customers.
• Able to handle a wide variety of situations, including matters of a highly confidential nature, involving clients and vendors. Manage materials and assignments that are time sensitive and require urgent action.
• Advanced computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint), and financial software systems such as Oracle Financials.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be acceptable

We offer a strong benefit package that includes free basic health and dental insurance. PGW is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/VAAP/EEO.

Location: 5000 Summerdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA 

While we appreciate all responses, only those who are uniquely qualified will be contacted.