Contracts Administrator

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) or Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) preferred.

• A minimum of 12 years of contracts/ business experience.
• Significant environmental/nuclear industry experience in contract administration.

• None.

Energy Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer
. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.