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The Facilities Contract Monitoring Officer (CMO) will provide direct implementation, performance monitoring, and technical oversight for all maintenance and support contracts for the Facilities Engineering Operations and Maintenance teams for the MUSC University and Medical University Health Authority (MUHA) activities within the Charleston region, provide technical guidance and oversight to the Regional Health Networks (RHN’s) Facility Engineering departments, and provide technical assistance to Enterprise Facilities Engineering departments when required.
The CMO will lead development of technical requirements for vendor support contracts and assist the Charleston Region Facilities Contract Manager in the collection of requirements for the solicitation of vendors to provide support activities to the various Facilities Engineering Operation Divisions. This individual reports to the Executive Director of Utilities and Energy and will coordinate a portfolio consisting of 30+ maintenance agreements totaling $10M+ annually, maintaining a high-quality standard and ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements while meeting the financial objectives of the Facilities Department.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC000353 CHS OH - Central Energy Plant (CEP)
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
Health-28
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
The Facilities Contract Monitoring Officer (CMO) will provide direct implementation, performance monitoring, and technical oversight for all maintenance and support contracts for the Facilities Engineering Operations and Maintenance teams for the MUSC University and Medical University Health Authority (MUHA) activities within the Charleston region, provide technical guidance and oversight to the Regional Health Networks (RHN’s) Facility Engineering departments, and provide technical assistance to Enterprise Facilities Engineering departments when required.
The CMO will lead development of technical requirements for vendor support contracts and assist the Charleston Region Facilities Contract Manager in the collection of requirements for the solicitation of vendors to provide support activities to the various Facilities Engineering Operation Divisions. This individual reports to the Executive Director of Utilities and Energy and will coordinate a portfolio consisting of 30+ maintenance agreements totaling $10M+ annually, maintaining a high-quality standard and ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements while meeting the financial objectives of the Facilities Department.
Note: This is an on-site position.
Responsibilities:
- 10% - Oversees, develops, and establishes maintenance contract monitoring and work plans within the organization’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to ensure that all contract maintenance work is documented to related assets, completed in a timely manner and in compliance with the contractual terms.
- 10% - Collaborates with the Facility Engineering Operations leadership at varying levels to identify technical requirements for establishing bid documents, defining, and documenting criteria for proposal assessment and evaluation.
- 10% - Coordinates maintenance contractor activities with departmental leaders and maintenance personnel in order to facilitate repair or replacement of equipment related to the maintenance contracts as necessary or needed. Ensures departments and shop leaders understand their role in the oversight of maintenance contractor and vendor personnel to ensure that all contract maintenance work is completed in a timely manner and in compliance with the contractual terms.
- 10% - Management and oversight of special projects coordination to support the MUSC mission. Projects will vary in scope and typically involve mitigation of an identified risk through close management and supervision of external contract and vendor personnel; responsible for oversight and inspection of work performed and ensuring work is performed within the approved scope of the project.
- 10% - Collaborates in an integrated fashion with the appropriate Executive Directors, Facility Engineering in the establishment, management, and coordination of periodic and Emergency maintenance programs for a wide range of technically complex facility systems, including but not limited to elevators, building automation systems, chillers and boilers, fire alarm and suppression systems, and water management and treatment programs.
- 5% - Ensures that contractors accurately document compliance and preventive maintenance activities. Participates in periodic regulatory surveys in order to demonstrate compliance of the maintenance programs.
- 5% - Collaborates with the Maintenance Directors and Shop Leaders to ensure budgetary and regulatory compliance related to the maintenance programs. Develops projected cash flows and budgets for all maintenance contracts and off contract repair services.
- 10% - Supervise the Maintenance Program Analyst and IT Service Specialist.
- 15% - Develop and update maintenance contracts for the off-campus ambulatory sites. This includes determining the assets that will be maintained under contract and assets that will be maintained by Facility shops. These contracts were typically addressed by Property Management and/or Zone Ambulatory. Develop plans to address asset maintenance at new properties/buildings on the main campus and ambulatory sites. Depending on Facilities strategy and staffing levels, contracts will need to be developed/expanded to include maintaining assets at these additional locations. Establish a monitoring program to review and audit all maintenance activities completed by Contractors at off-site locations. Ensuring completion rates for preventative maintenance activities and closing out of associated work orders on time.
- 5% - Work with Facility leaders at MUSC Enterprise locations to include them under future maintenance contracts as directed by Facilities senior leadership. Facilitate scope creation to incorporate Enterprise locations within contract operations.
- 5% - Stays abreast of relevant codes and standards required to maintain equipment within Hospital and Research Facilities. Provide technical guidance for solicitation site visits, solicitation questions, and equipment surveys (for solicitations and preventative maintenance audits).
- 5% - All other relevant duties as assigned.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree required
- Degree in engineering or project management is a plus.
- Work Experience: 2-4 years
Physical Requirements:
Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift
- Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent)
- Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Continuous)
- Ability to climb. (Continuous)
- Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Continuous)
- Ability to work below ground. (Continuous)
- Ability to work from elevated areas. (Infrequent)
- Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Continuous)
- Ability to bend. (Continuous)
- Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
- Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent)
- Ability to crawl while performing job functions. (Frequent)
- Possess good grip strength. (Continuous)
- Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
- Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
- Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)
- Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
- Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent)
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more, assisted. (Frequent)
- Ability to carry objects on plane, on ladders, up stairs, etc., weighing up to 50 lbs, unassisted. (Frequent)
- Ability to push/pull equipment carts. (Frequent)
- Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous)
- Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
- Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
- Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
- Ability to operate winches, come-alongs, jacks, etc. (Continuous)
- Possess maintain dexterity to use hand tools, both manual and powered. (Continuous)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
Job Description Summary
The Facilities Contract Monitoring Officer (CMO) will provide direct implementation, performance monitoring, and technical oversight for all maintenance and support contracts for the Facilities Engineering Operations and Maintenance teams for the MUSC University and Medical University Health Authority (MUHA) activities within the Charleston region, provide technical guidance and oversight to the Regional Health Networks (RHN’s) Facility Engineering departments, and provide technical assistance to Enterprise Facilities Engineering departments when required.
The CMO will lead development of technical requirements for vendor support contracts and assist the Charleston Region Facilities Contract Manager in the collection of requirements for the solicitation of vendors to provide support activities to the various Facilities Engineering Operation Divisions. This individual reports to the Executive Director of Utilities and Energy and will coordinate a portfolio consisting of 30+ maintenance agreements totaling $10M+ annually, maintaining a high-quality standard and ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements while meeting the financial objectives of the Facilities Department.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC000353 CHS OH - Central Energy Plant (CEP)
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
Health-28
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
The Facilities Contract Monitoring Officer (CMO) will provide direct implementation, performance monitoring, and technical oversight for all maintenance and support contracts for the Facilities Engineering Operations and Maintenance teams for the MUSC University and Medical University Health Authority (MUHA) activities within the Charleston region, provide technical guidance and oversight to the Regional Health Networks (RHN’s) Facility Engineering departments, and provide technical assistance to Enterprise Facilities Engineering departments when required.
The CMO will lead development of technical requirements for vendor support contracts and assist the Charleston Region Facilities Contract Manager in the collection of requirements for the solicitation of vendors to provide support activities to the various Facilities Engineering Operation Divisions. This individual reports to the Executive Director of Utilities and Energy and will coordinate a portfolio consisting of 30+ maintenance agreements totaling $10M+ annually, maintaining a high-quality standard and ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements while meeting the financial objectives of the Facilities Department.
Note: This is an on-site position.
Responsibilities:
- 10% - Oversees, develops, and establishes maintenance contract monitoring and work plans within the organization’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to ensure that all contract maintenance work is documented to related assets, completed in a timely manner and in compliance with the contractual terms.
- 10% - Collaborates with the Facility Engineering Operations leadership at varying levels to identify technical requirements for establishing bid documents, defining, and documenting criteria for proposal assessment and evaluation.
- 10% - Coordinates maintenance contractor activities with departmental leaders and maintenance personnel in order to facilitate repair or replacement of equipment related to the maintenance contracts as necessary or needed. Ensures departments and shop leaders understand their role in the oversight of maintenance contractor and vendor personnel to ensure that all contract maintenance work is completed in a timely manner and in compliance with the contractual terms.
- 10% - Management and oversight of special projects coordination to support the MUSC mission. Projects will vary in scope and typically involve mitigation of an identified risk through close management and supervision of external contract and vendor personnel; responsible for oversight and inspection of work performed and ensuring work is performed within the approved scope of the project.
- 10% - Collaborates in an integrated fashion with the appropriate Executive Directors, Facility Engineering in the establishment, management, and coordination of periodic and Emergency maintenance programs for a wide range of technically complex facility systems, including but not limited to elevators, building automation systems, chillers and boilers, fire alarm and suppression systems, and water management and treatment programs.
- 5% - Ensures that contractors accurately document compliance and preventive maintenance activities. Participates in periodic regulatory surveys in order to demonstrate compliance of the maintenance programs.
- 5% - Collaborates with the Maintenance Directors and Shop Leaders to ensure budgetary and regulatory compliance related to the maintenance programs. Develops projected cash flows and budgets for all maintenance contracts and off contract repair services.
- 10% - Supervise the Maintenance Program Analyst and IT Service Specialist.
- 15% - Develop and update maintenance contracts for the off-campus ambulatory sites. This includes determining the assets that will be maintained under contract and assets that will be maintained by Facility shops. These contracts were typically addressed by Property Management and/or Zone Ambulatory. Develop plans to address asset maintenance at new properties/buildings on the main campus and ambulatory sites. Depending on Facilities strategy and staffing levels, contracts will need to be developed/expanded to include maintaining assets at these additional locations. Establish a monitoring program to review and audit all maintenance activities completed by Contractors at off-site locations. Ensuring completion rates for preventative maintenance activities and closing out of associated work orders on time.
- 5% - Work with Facility leaders at MUSC Enterprise locations to include them under future maintenance contracts as directed by Facilities senior leadership. Facilitate scope creation to incorporate Enterprise locations within contract operations.
- 5% - Stays abreast of relevant codes and standards required to maintain equipment within Hospital and Research Facilities. Provide technical guidance for solicitation site visits, solicitation questions, and equipment surveys (for solicitations and preventative maintenance audits).
- 5% - All other relevant duties as assigned.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree required
- Degree in engineering or project management is a plus.
- Work Experience: 2-4 years
Physical Requirements:
Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift
- Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent)
- Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Continuous)
- Ability to climb. (Continuous)
- Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Continuous)
- Ability to work below ground. (Continuous)
- Ability to work from elevated areas. (Infrequent)
- Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Continuous)
- Ability to bend. (Continuous)
- Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
- Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent)
- Ability to crawl while performing job functions. (Frequent)
- Possess good grip strength. (Continuous)
- Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
- Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
- Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
- Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)
- Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
- Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent)
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more, assisted. (Frequent)
- Ability to carry objects on plane, on ladders, up stairs, etc., weighing up to 50 lbs, unassisted. (Frequent)
- Ability to push/pull equipment carts. (Frequent)
- Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous)
- Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
- Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
- Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
- Ability to operate winches, come-alongs, jacks, etc. (Continuous)
- Possess maintain dexterity to use hand tools, both manual and powered. (Continuous)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Contract Officer
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
Your degree must align directly with contract administration duties, business, law, supply chain, or finance. Pull the O*NET profile for Contract Officers and cross-reference your diploma and job description to build a clear specialty occupation argument before applying.
Target federal contractors with established H-1B pipelines
Defense agencies, civilian federal departments, and large prime contractors regularly sponsor Contract Officers. Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history specifically for procurement and contracts roles, so you're not guessing at sponsorship willingness.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before negotiations. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified wage on the LCA, and accepting below that level creates a compliance problem for your employer.
Confirm each worksite appears on its own certified LCA
If your Contract Officer role requires you to work at a client site, government facility, or secondary office not listed on the original LCA, your employer must file a separate certified LCA for that location before you begin work there. Confirm this with HR in writing.
File H-1B premium processing if your start date is firm
USCIS offers premium processing for I-129 petitions, which guarantees a decision within 15 business days. If your contract position has a hard start date tied to a government contract award or fiscal year, ask your employer to elect premium processing to avoid delays.
Document your post-degree experience in procurement precisely
USCIS adjudicators scrutinize Contract Officer petitions where the degree field is adjacent rather than directly tied to the role. A detailed support letter explaining how your coursework maps to contract administration duties, backed by performance reviews and project records, strengthens the petition significantly.
H-1B Visa Contract Officer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Contract Officer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Contract Officer positions typically qualify as a specialty occupation when the role requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, law, supply chain management, finance, or a directly related field. The employer must demonstrate in the I-129 petition that the position normally requires this level of education, a job description that lists degree-level duties like regulatory compliance, contract law interpretation, and financial analysis supports that argument clearly.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Contract Officer jobs?
Federal contractors, defense prime contractors, healthcare systems, universities, and large technology companies with active procurement departments are consistent H-1B sponsors for Contract Officer roles. These organizations deal with complex regulatory environments where degree-level expertise is a genuine job requirement. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for procurement and contracts roles, so you can focus your search on organizations already familiar with the sponsorship process.
How long does H-1B status last for a Contract Officer position?
H-1B status is initially approved for up to three years and can be extended for a maximum total of six years. If your employer begins the green card sponsorship process before your fifth year, extensions beyond six years may be available under AC21. Your employer files an amended I-129 petition with USCIS each time you extend, and each approved extension is tied to a specific employer and worksite.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move to a new contract site?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B duties requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your Contract Officer role moves you to a new government facility, client site, or company office not covered by your current LCA, your employer must file a new LCA with DOL and notify USCIS before you begin work at that location. Short-term placements under 60 workdays may qualify for a limited exception, but this is strictly defined and your employer's immigration counsel should confirm eligibility.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B as a Contract Officer?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you change employers once USCIS has had your petition pending for at least 180 days, provided the new role is in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your start date. Contract Officer roles generally meet the similarity standard when the new position carries equivalent procurement and contract administration responsibilities, but your new employer's counsel should confirm the SOC code alignment.