ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - SPECIALIST - Subcontracts - Boulder, - Southwest Research Institute
Boulder, CO
About the Job
Who We Are:
The Subcontracts Group of the Purchasing Department is responsible for the
solicitation, negotiation, award, documentation, administration, and
closeout of subcontracts. The team assists Project Managers in all phases of
the subcontract.
Objectives of this Role:
Must be a motivated self-starter who can work independently and as part of a
team in a dynamic environment.
Provide cradle to grave award and administration of Subcontracts.
Awards must comply with government requirements, primarily FAR and CFR.
Review Subcontract needs, issue RFPs, determine flow down requirements,
recommend appropriate contract type, negotiate and issue subcontract awards
supporting contracts with Institute clients to evaluate for compliance to
Federal regulations.
Perform cost/price analysis, market research, negotiations, and
approving subcontract invoices. Adhere to all compliance and auditing
requirements for the conduct of ethical and transparent operations including
compliance to Institute, Purchasing, and Subcontracts Policies.
During a subcontract period of performance, monitor the terms of the
agreement including progress, plans, invoices and payments.
Address change orders, modifications and disputes in a timely manner.
Must be able to apply conceptual knowledge to solve problems and progress work
timely.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
Review Subcontract needs, issue RFPs, determine flow down requirements,
recommend appropriate contract type, negotiate and issue subcontract awards
supporting contracts with Institute clients to evaluate for compliance to
Federal regulations and Institute policies.
Evaluate subcontractor proposals, perform cost/price analysis, market
research, negotiations of subcontract terms and conditions, and approving
subcontract invoices.
Awards and administers subcontracts of various types and complexity.
Negotiate and award other agreement types to include Teaming Agreements,
CRADAs, Basis Order Agreements, and Task Orders to support Institute projects.
Regularly interact with internal customers to include program management,
contracts, accounting, legal and others groups as required.
Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to effectively resolve
subcontract issues of varying degrees of complexity.
Ensure compliance with government regulations, Institute policies and
business practices.
Research, analyze, coordinate, develop and maintain auditable business
documentation.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Requires a Bachelors degree in Business or related with related experience.
1-5 years: Demonstrated experience administering, negotiating and awarding
Government Contracts or Subcontracts. Working knowledge and experience with
Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition
Regulations (DFARs), Code of Federal Regulations and other supplements.
1-5 years: Preferred demonstrated experience in Government Contracts or
Subcontracts to include managing contract requirements, negotiating and
awarding various contract types and complexity, cost/price
justification, and compliance activities.
Working knowledge and experience with personal computers and general business
practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
Demonstrated experience providing high quality written and oral communication.
A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Special Requirements:
Work assignment is in Boulder, Colorado. Must be a U.S. person (i.e.,
U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident,
asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section.
Job Locations: Boulder, Colorado
Salary Range: $46,592.00 - $93,184.00
For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here.
For benefits information at all other locations, click here.
An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender
Identity/N tional Origin/Disabled/Veteran
Committed to Diversity in the Workplace
The Subcontracts Group of the Purchasing Department is responsible for the
solicitation, negotiation, award, documentation, administration, and
closeout of subcontracts. The team assists Project Managers in all phases of
the subcontract.
Objectives of this Role:
Must be a motivated self-starter who can work independently and as part of a
team in a dynamic environment.
Provide cradle to grave award and administration of Subcontracts.
Awards must comply with government requirements, primarily FAR and CFR.
Review Subcontract needs, issue RFPs, determine flow down requirements,
recommend appropriate contract type, negotiate and issue subcontract awards
supporting contracts with Institute clients to evaluate for compliance to
Federal regulations.
Perform cost/price analysis, market research, negotiations, and
approving subcontract invoices. Adhere to all compliance and auditing
requirements for the conduct of ethical and transparent operations including
compliance to Institute, Purchasing, and Subcontracts Policies.
During a subcontract period of performance, monitor the terms of the
agreement including progress, plans, invoices and payments.
Address change orders, modifications and disputes in a timely manner.
Must be able to apply conceptual knowledge to solve problems and progress work
timely.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
Review Subcontract needs, issue RFPs, determine flow down requirements,
recommend appropriate contract type, negotiate and issue subcontract awards
supporting contracts with Institute clients to evaluate for compliance to
Federal regulations and Institute policies.
Evaluate subcontractor proposals, perform cost/price analysis, market
research, negotiations of subcontract terms and conditions, and approving
subcontract invoices.
Awards and administers subcontracts of various types and complexity.
Negotiate and award other agreement types to include Teaming Agreements,
CRADAs, Basis Order Agreements, and Task Orders to support Institute projects.
Regularly interact with internal customers to include program management,
contracts, accounting, legal and others groups as required.
Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to effectively resolve
subcontract issues of varying degrees of complexity.
Ensure compliance with government regulations, Institute policies and
business practices.
Research, analyze, coordinate, develop and maintain auditable business
documentation.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Requires a Bachelors degree in Business or related with related experience.
1-5 years: Demonstrated experience administering, negotiating and awarding
Government Contracts or Subcontracts. Working knowledge and experience with
Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition
Regulations (DFARs), Code of Federal Regulations and other supplements.
1-5 years: Preferred demonstrated experience in Government Contracts or
Subcontracts to include managing contract requirements, negotiating and
awarding various contract types and complexity, cost/price
justification, and compliance activities.
Working knowledge and experience with personal computers and general business
practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
Demonstrated experience providing high quality written and oral communication.
A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Special Requirements:
Work assignment is in Boulder, Colorado. Must be a U.S. person (i.e.,
U.S. citizen, non-U.S. citizen national, lawful permanent resident,
asylee, or refugee) due to ITAR work in section.
Job Locations: Boulder, Colorado
Salary Range: $46,592.00 - $93,184.00
For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here.
For benefits information at all other locations, click here.
An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender
Identity/N tional Origin/Disabled/Veteran
Committed to Diversity in the Workplace
Source : Southwest Research Institute