Subcontract Administrator

National Steel and Shipbuilding ComNorfolk, VA
Onsite

About The Position

General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit. In addition to ship construction, our capabilities include advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for both commercial and national defense assets. We encourage you to learn more about our open positions and how you can become part of the important and exciting work we do here at NASSCO. Come join our team! We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Subcontracts department. This position specifically is located in Norfolk, Virginia. We are looking for a Subcontract Administrator. The work schedule is 7am 4pm.

Requirements

  • Typically has a BA/BS in a related field, or AA/AS plus two (2) years’ directly related experience, or six (6) years’ directly related experience.
  • Knowledge of NASSCO’s ship repair approach, organization, procedures and material requirements.
  • Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
  • Contract law principles and their application to ship repair environment.
  • Ability to think clearly under pressure of time deadlines.
  • NASSCO health, safety, and environmental policies.
  • Negotiating semi-complex, high-dollar, and/or custom Subcontractor service and material procurements.
  • Maintaining a high degree of attention to detail and sound judgment.
  • Document preparation including special reports and presentations.
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office products.
  • Excellent business math and verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must have reliable record of attendance and punctuality and be available for overtime as required.
  • Must be able to physically transit all areas of the facility.
  • Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects or controls, and to talk and hear.
  • Must have good eye/hand coordination.

Responsibilities

  • Solicit, negotiate, award and administer subcontracts for goods and services pursuant to requirements of prime contracts, Government and commercial ship repair programs, and internal requirements, including but not limited to the Outline of Authority to Act. Major efforts are on high-dollar and labor-intensive subcontracts.
  • Responsible for procurement of semi complex high-dollar, Subcontractor services and materials which may have long lead times, and other procurements as assigned.
  • Assist in planning and coordinating facility surveys to determine Subcontractor’s ability to perform repair work. Obtain reviews, concurrence, and approvals as required by the Purchasing Manual.
  • Validate subcontracts and rental requisitions against contract and project specifications with in-depth technical understanding of the statement of work and required subcontractor or leasing company qualifications.
  • Ensure subcontract agreements clearly specify all pertinent technical requirements and invoke all relevant contract clauses, terms, and conditions.
  • Perform price analysis and negotiation of subcontractor and leasing company proposals.
  • Maintain exceptionally close liaison between Subcontractors, Suppliers and Program Managers, and Material Control for resolution of performance problems, and to ensure timely receipt of a satisfactory product/services.
  • Be aware of NASSCO’s “Standards and Business Conduct” and abide by the instructions and guidelines set forth in the standard.
  • Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.
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