Job Title: Procurement and Contract Specialist Location: New York, NY Job Type: Permanent About the Role Join a transformative infrastructure initiative that’s reshaping transportation across the United States. As a Procurement and Contract Specialist, you’ll be instrumental in managing procurement processes, ensuring contract compliance, and supporting the delivery of complex infrastructure and transportation projects. Key Responsibilities + Support the solicitation, evaluation, and award of procurement packages and service contracts. + Conduct procurement training sessions and recommend staff development initiatives. + Manage document transfers and retention in accordance with procurement policies. + Administer vendor and service contracts across multiple project packages. + Monitor regulatory compliance and provide guidance on policy updates. + Assist with audits, invoicing, payment processing, and contract close-out activities. + Maintain organized records of procurement and contract documentation. + Coordinate change management and document control processes. + Identify opportunities to improve workflows and documentation practices. + Prepare reports and summaries for internal and external stakeholders. + Support audit readiness and data review for reporting requirements. Required Qualifications + 2–5 years of experience in procurement, contract administration, or supply chain management. + Experience supporting infrastructure or transportation projects. + Familiarity with Project Management Information Systems (PMIS). + Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. + Knowledge of federal, state, and local procurement regulations. + Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and with external partners. Preferred Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field. + Proficiency in PMIS and Microsoft Office Suite. + Experience in public sector procurement. + Understanding of compliance audits and reporting standards. Work Environment Be part of a high-performing team driving one of the most iconic infrastructure projects in the country. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders in a professional setting that values integrity, efficiency, and teamwork. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $117000.00/yr. Medical, dental, vision, EAP, 401k, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward and recognition program.9 paid holidays15 days of PTO Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 11, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.