CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR II

Nordam•Tulsa, OK

13d

About The Position

Job Summary Applies advanced knowledge of principles, theories, concepts and industry practices and standards in the area of administration of contracts relative to manufacturing of aircraft systems, components and parts for commercial or government applications. Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities Develops solutions to problems of moderate scope and complexity requiring judgment and ingenuity working within established standards and procedures relative to administering contracts for production of aircraft systems, components and parts for commercial or government applications. Management applies general direction to the results expected and reviews completed work for soundness and accuracy. Manages customer interface and communications and provides essential liaison between company and the customer to resolve problems. Interprets contractual documents of moderate scope and complexity and advises all concerned departments of contractual rights and obligations. Maintains contract status and identifies problems and resolutions thereto to management. Reviews all correspondence concerning customers and vendors and responds as necessary. Receives, coordinates and interprets changes to current contracts requested by the customer. Represents the Company and negotiates contract changes and amendments with the customer within a defined scope of authority. Monitors the activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget. Chairs or attends contract status meetings on a regular basis. Advises participants of schedule, cost and technical problems. Prepares routine and special contract status reports for senior management as required. Reviews and coordinates responses from various departments to Requests for Proposals (RFP) to ensure compliance with RFP requirements. May assist in negotiating the final contract including the award, and administer contracts, including final approval of payment. Performs other duties as required. These duties may include assignments in job classifications and departments other than the primary assignment.

Requirements

Minimum 4 Year / Bachelors Degree. Business or a technical discipline.
3-6 year(s) Related experience and/or training.
Communicates effectively using electronic media and in written and verbal forms
Makes telephone and direct personal contact with internal and external personnel and makes formal presentations to small or large groups
Operates standard office equipment and demonstrates competence in the use of standard software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
Must be able to work in excess of eight (8) hours per day and five (5) days per week, if required.
Additionally, those who work at NORDAM Repair Division must be able to ascend and descend stairs.
Walk - Frequent
Use hands to handle or feel or manipulate - Frequent
Reach with hands and arms - Frequent
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl - Occasional
Talk and hear - Frequent
Use close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust - Constant
Travel between facilities (drive) - Occasional
Stand - Occasional
Climb Stairs - Occasional
25 pounds - Occasional

Nice To Haves

Preferred Graduate Degree.
Additional postgraduate legal training or a Jurist Doctor level degree.
If applicable, a combination of experience and training may be substituted for the education requirement.

Responsibilities

Develops solutions to problems of moderate scope and complexity requiring judgment and ingenuity working within established standards and procedures relative to administering contracts for production of aircraft systems, components and parts for commercial or government applications.
Manages customer interface and communications and provides essential liaison between company and the customer to resolve problems.
Interprets contractual documents of moderate scope and complexity and advises all concerned departments of contractual rights and obligations.
Maintains contract status and identifies problems and resolutions thereto to management.
Reviews all correspondence concerning customers and vendors and responds as necessary.
Receives, coordinates and interprets changes to current contracts requested by the customer.
Represents the Company and negotiates contract changes and amendments with the customer within a defined scope of authority.
Monitors the activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
Chairs or attends contract status meetings on a regular basis.
Advises participants of schedule, cost and technical problems.
Prepares routine and special contract status reports for senior management as required.
Reviews and coordinates responses from various departments to Requests for Proposals (RFP) to ensure compliance with RFP requirements.
May assist in negotiating the final contract including the award, and administer contracts, including final approval of payment.
Performs other duties as required. These duties may include assignments in job classifications and departments other than the primary assignment.