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Assistant Contract Administrator

The University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2027
Assistant Contract Administrator
Planning and Design Administration - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26006170)


Please see department website for details www.pdc.pitt.edu

Job Summary

Assists with overseeing the day-to-day operations of contract and procurement operations. Prepares moderately complex contracts, proposals, and requests and negotiates contract terms and conditions. Ensures accuracy of orders, compliance with regulations, and proper distribution of required paperwork. Conducts bid openings and provides bidding services. Solicits, tracks, and maintains vendor information and database.

Essential Functions

Assists with overseeing the day-to-day operations of contract and procurement operations. Prepares moderately complex contracts, proposals, and requests and negotiates contract terms and conditions. Ensures accuracy of orders, compliance with regulations, and proper distribution of required paperwork. Conducts bid openings and provide bidding services. Solicits, tracks, and maintains vendor information and database. Assists with other contract requirements and special projects as needed.

Physical Effort

Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.


The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.


Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Team Lead Buyer
Job Family Finance & Procurement
Job Sub-Family Procurement & Purchasing
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 3
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range $53,600 to $70,000 annual
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Not Applicable

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan

Salary : $53,600 - $70,000

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