Jennifer R. Morales, Mpa Email and Phone Number

UPS Account

I opted to take a hiatus in my career path to devote time to being a full-time mother.

Effectuated all procurement activity for the acquisition of tangible goods and professional services, above the public bidding threshold of $18,800 for Engineering, Operations, Construction and Capital Projects; whilst ensuring compliance with local, State and Federal regulations. As the Public Agency Compliance Officer (PACO), validated vendors, vendor bids and proposals, contracts and subcontracts, per New Jersey State regulations. Performed annual audits of all open and on-going contracts.

Successfully transformed Duff & Phelps supply management function from a disparate purchasing system, involving twenty-two (22) US offices and seven (7) international locations, into a centralized Procurement Department. Via analysis of expenditures, financials, and vendor invoices, developed cost saving initiatives, policy changes, a communications strategy and structured the firm wide implementation of corporate purchasing procedures and protocol. Managed two (2) direct reports.

Oversaw the administration of complex contracts and subcontracts, from proposal stage through closeout and audit, for multi-million-dollar projects involving water and wastewater treatment facilities for the New York City Aqueduct System. Developed and maintained reporting systems for multiple projects including tracking committed, expended and paid amounts by contract and line item. Analyzed estimates of materials, scope(s) of work, equipment specifications, production costs, performance… Show more Oversaw the administration of complex contracts and subcontracts, from proposal stage through closeout and audit, for multi-million-dollar projects involving water and wastewater treatment facilities for the New York City Aqueduct System. Developed and maintained reporting systems for multiple projects including tracking committed, expended and paid amounts by contract and line item. Analyzed estimates of materials, scope(s) of work, equipment specifications, production costs, performance requirements and delivery schedules to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project plans. Resolved internal and subcontractor conflicts based upon contractual terms and conditions. Managed one (1) direct report. Show less

Managed the administrative and business operations for the headquarters of Fay, Spofford & Thorndike of NY, Inc., a civil and structural engineering firm. Liaised regarding contracts, authorizations, payments and unresolved issues to the Port Authority of NY and NJ's Civil, Structural, Traffic Engineering and Building Departments; NYS & NYC Dept.(s) of Transportation; MTA/NYC Transit; NYC Dept. of Parks and Recreation; NYC Dept. of Environmental Protection; NYC Housing Authority and various… Show more Managed the administrative and business operations for the headquarters of Fay, Spofford & Thorndike of NY, Inc., a civil and structural engineering firm. Liaised regarding contracts, authorizations, payments and unresolved issues to the Port Authority of NY and NJ's Civil, Structural, Traffic Engineering and Building Departments; NYS & NYC Dept.(s) of Transportation; MTA/NYC Transit; NYC Dept. of Parks and Recreation; NYC Dept. of Environmental Protection; NYC Housing Authority and various municipalities in the Tri-State region. Reviewed, red-lined and administered client contracts, including, and in addition to, on-call, vendor, joint venture and subconsultant agreements. Show less

Prepared and submitted purchase orders to vendors, following a daily analysis of re-order reports indicating inventory levels, monthly/yearly utilization and pricing. Traced orders, inputted receiving, reported errors to vendors and completed vendor returns.