Contracts Administrator IV

X-Energy • Oak Ridge, TN

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This role provides contract services in support of Trios-X's business efforts and manages contracts throughout their full life cycle. The position works with customers and suppliers, negotiates terms and conditions, administers contracts, and holds contractors accountable for defined deliverables. The role is based onsite in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, five days per week, with travel of up to 10%. The stated hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any field; relevant years of experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Typically, ten years of experience in contracts or proposal administration is required.
• Experience conducting complex negotiations.
• Advanced experience with federal contracts and/or knowledge of commercial procurements.
• Understanding of federal government regulatory guidelines, as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and negotiate standard contract agreements and documents, including teaming, nondisclosure, contract, subcontract, and other vendor agreements, with appropriate supervision.
• Identify distinct contract requirements, provisions, and terms and conditions for flow down to subcontractors and vendors.
• Initiate documentation to authorize and direct work in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Generate and negotiate change orders and modifications with appropriate supervision.
• Resolve issues with customers, subcontractors, and vendors as needed.
• Prepare and disseminate information throughout the company regarding contract status, compliance, modification, deviation, negotiation, and termination.
• Respond to purchase requisitions by defining and justifying the expense.
• Maintain the approved vendor list by verifying that vendors are not listed on the Excluded Parties List (EPL) or the Denied Parties List.
• Support company proposal efforts, including scheduling proposal kickoff, pricing, and other review meetings; assisting with subcontractor and vendor participation; and helping prepare, organize, and file proposal documentation.
• Maintain procurement policies and procedures.
• Ensure procurement files are compliant.
• Maintain documents, reviews, awards, and contracts in an organized, detailed, centralized filing system.
• Maintain open lines of communication with program managers, finance, and customers as required.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development policy supporting continuing education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior