12+ years of experience in contracts/business administration, preferably in the environmental/nuclear industry.
Advanced degree or law degree preferred.
Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience required.
CPCM or CFCM certification preferred.
Expert in contracting concepts, including federal regulations and internal corporate policies.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Responsibilities
Administer contracts to ensure fulfillment of obligations and compliance with regulations.
Review and oversee statements of work to mitigate contractual risks.
Manage contract change activities and oversee contract closeout processes.
Control formal correspondence with customers regarding contractual matters.
Serve as the primary contact for all contractual discussions with customers and internal teams.
Support new business proposals by ensuring compliance with solicitation requests.
Mentor and train junior staff while working independently on complex issues.
Benefits
Mentoring and training opportunities for professional growth.
Collaborative work environment with strong team dynamics.
Potential for high-level negotiation and decision-making responsibilities.
Access to challenging projects in the environmental/nuclear sector.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Job Description/Tasks/Responsibilities
Administers contracts to ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations. Defines requirements, assists in generating proposals, monitors performance, negotiates terms and conditions and ensures compliance with contract requirements.
Responsible for contract administration functions for prime contract and sub-tier government and commercial contracts in accordance with applicable commercial, government and international contract rules and regulations.
Reviews statements of work and specifications to identify risks, informs management of contractual risks and obligations and offers solutions to mitigate contractual/program risks.
Administers contract change management and contract closeout activities.
Ensures records are created and properly retained and maintains current contracts, files and records.
Controls formal correspondence with customers. Monitors and ensures compliance with contract terms, special provisions, warranties, deliverables and funding requirements.
Acts as the focal point of contact with the customer for all contractual matters and is a liaison with customers and internal departments for all matters affecting contracts.
Negotiates to obtain an acceptable business agreement that achieves the company objective.
Ensures review and approval of negotiated contracts with appropriate management.
Provides all required information that supports the company's negotiation position. Prepares documentation to confirm negotiation settlement.
Ensures proper contractual flowdown clauses from prime contracts are identified and supplied to the company's procurement organization.
Supports new business proposal activities. Reviews solicitation requests to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
Participates in the daily operations of the project, as applicable, to meet schedules, resolve complex issues and respond to inquiries regarding contractual obligations.
Communicates with Legal, Financial and Business Development for resolution of contract issues and disputes.
Mentors and trains less experienced professionals; may have direct reports.
Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations.
Strong team member and resource for business development and operations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements/Skills
Is recognized as an expert in own area within the organization
Develops negotiation strategy and is able to execute the strategy with customer
Administers contracts of large scope and complexity
Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends solutions/best practices
Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify solutions
Demonstrated ability to continually improve in contract administration
Advanced understanding of contracting corporate policies and procedures and ability to accurately interpret contract language
Advanced knowledge of contracting concepts, FARs, and other federal acquisition regulations and applicable public contract acquisition laws and regulations
Strong analytical and communication skills
Intermediate proficiency using Microsoft Office products, particularly Word and Excel
Strong external and internal negotiation skills
Effective presentation, leadership and team-building skills. Emerging ability to excel in management environment.
Able to articulate a contract position with all levels of management
Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Conditions
Ability to sit
Ability to effectively communicate; speaking, reading, understanding, writing and hearing clear English; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location
Basic math and computer skills
Ability to work inside an office
Ability to perform highly repetitive motions with fingers, hands, wrists, and shoulders
Ability to work alone, work with others, and interact with the public
Ability to perform under deadline pressure
Ability to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification RequirementsEducation
Advanced degree or law degree preferred
A bachelor's degree in business or a related field or the equivalent of a combination of education, professional training and work experience required
Certifications
Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) or Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) preferred
Required Experience
A minimum of 12 years of contracts/business experience
Significant environmental/nuclear industry experience in contract administration
