Morgan Rawl
Strategic Procurement and Contracts Leader
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Strategic Procurement and Contracts Leader with over 8 years of experience spearheading the full lifecycle of contract strategy, negotiation, and execution within high-stakes federal construction and engineering environments. Expert at mitigating multi-million-dollar contractual risks while accelerating deal velocity through the alignment of legal, financial, and operational objectives. Recognized as a decisive leader capable of managing high-volume vendor networks and navigating the complexities of federal subcontracting structures to ensure project profitability and compliance.
Experience
Procurement Manager (CSW) - Apex Companies, LLC
(2022-07)
- Direct the end-to-end contract lifecycle for a diverse national portfolio, managing critical instruments including MSAs, PSAs, and NDAs.
- Empowered as the final internal arbiter for contract terms impacting project execution, safety compliance, and the firm's total financial exposure.
- Lead complex redlining sessions with a specialized focus on risk allocation, ensuring that indemnification and payment structures align with corporate strategy.
- Oversee a robust network of 700+ subcontractors and vendors, maintaining rigorous standards for insurance, safety, and contractual compliance.
- Engineered a structured vendor onboarding and compliance tracking system that significantly improved organizational governance and audit readiness.
- Orchestrate the resolution of complex invoice discrepancies and enforce contractual payment terms in direct coordination with Finance and AP departments.
- Act as the primary escalation point for high-priority vendor disputes, preserving project schedules and mitigating potential litigation.
Subcontract Administrator I (Federal Division) - Gilbane Building Company
(2020-02 - 2022-06)
- Managed the subcontract lifecycle for complex federal construction programs, facilitating the execution of multimillion-dollar projects.
- Spearheaded RFP development, bid evaluation, and subcontractor selection to ensure optimal alignment with federal project requirements.
- Negotiated subcontract terms with a rigorous focus on cost-efficiency, federal compliance standards, and comprehensive risk mitigation.
- Administered change orders, pay applications, and performance tracking to maintain strict adherence to project timelines and budgets.
- Led efforts in claims and dispute resolution, successfully reducing financial and schedule impacts on critical federal contracts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Saint Leo University
