Vice President, Government Services

Department: Logistics

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Katy, TX

Description

Cotton Holdings, Inc., is a diversified holding company with subsidiaries that provide property restoration and recovery, construction, roofing, logistical support, temporary workforce housing, and culinary services to public and private entities worldwide. Cotton combines this diverse suite of services with top talent, innovative technology, and a large inventory of company-owned assets, to offer clients a total solutions package in support of disaster events and large development projects, including complex work environments.

Summary (Scope of the Job)

The Government Specialist will support Cotton Logistics department and will be in responsible for drafting contracts and negotiating prices between the parties involved. This person may also be asked to solve disputes between contractors and government agencies, evaluate bids, cancel, or modify contracts, and maintain relationships with vendors.

Key Responsibilities

Major Responsibilities

• Scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including:

• Monitoring and inspecting costs

• Contractor performance

• Lead Government Services Business Line and report to appropriate leadership on business line metrics.

• Quality control, and reliability used to ensure that a project fulfills requirements.

• Answer questions from bidders, approve or reject special requests and supervise other employees.

• Developing budgets, and monitoring project performance.

• Assist with contract writing, select bidders, monitor contract work and check bids for completeness

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong communication skills and in-depth knowledge in math, accounting, business, and contract law.

Disclaimer:

This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent(s). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent(s) may be asked to perform other duties as requested.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Cotton is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veterans, Disabled and LGBTQ employer. Cotton promotes a respectful work environment of inclusion and is committed building teams that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, skills, and experiences.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation with job search, or the application process should notify the Human Resources Department at 877-511-2962.

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