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Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) · 1 month ago

Experienced Contract Management Specialist

Monroeville, PA

Contract

Onsite

Mid Level

$67K/yr - $111K/yr

4+ years exp

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a prime contractor for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, involved in the design, purchase, quality control, and delivery of major propulsion plant components for the U.S. Navy. The Experienced Contract Management Specialist will manage contract functions including budgeting, negotiation, and administration to ensure compliance with company policies and government specifications.

EnergyManufacturingRenewable Energy

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Prepare input and analyses for budgets, preparing detailed proposals to support annual and future Prime Contract awards for BPMI, and performing post award financial assessments. Develop price, cost, small value, or hybrid estimates to support budgetary forecasts and/or acquisitions in accordance with estimating requirements

Develop acquisition strategies, including risk assessment, supplier evaluations and submit for Government approval, as required. Create realistic milestone schedule leading to purchase order placement that will support Government needs

Prepare and issue request for proposal (RFP) for Government-approved sole source and/or competitive solicitations, perform proposal openings, and conduct detailed analysis of supplier proposals. Resolve all technical and administrative exceptions/clarifications submitted by the suppliers. Develop and issue request for Government field pricing assistance (as needed). Prepare for and conduct purchase order discussions/negotiations

Write a formal recommendation to document that the procurement action will be placed at a fair and reasonable price, along with contract delivery dates that will meet Government needs from a supplier who is technically, financially, and administratively capable to provide a quality product in accordance with all contractual requirements. The formal recommendation may be submitted for Government-approval, if required

Perform post-placement contract administration, including but not limited to the following: continuous communication with supplier, negotiating and placing purchase order amendments, proactively following contract line items and special contract clauses, processing supplier shipping documents and invoices, preparing reports as needed to support requirements and/or stakeholder requests, and processing purchase order close-out in a timely manner

Develop relationships with supplier counterparts and maintain open communication with supplier lead contract professional. Gain knowledge of supplier operations, supply chain vulnerabilities, and performance (e.g., financial, delivery, etc.)

Input and reconcile data and/or information across various data systems, when applicable, including but not limited to budgeting, procurement scheduling, estimating, and logistics systems

Coordinate with BPMI engineering counterparts, management, and operations departments, including supplier security, fleet support and logistics, quality, and finance, to effectively, efficiently, and productively execute contract requirements

Participate in formal or informal teams chartered to evaluate procedures, perform process reviews, and perform standard audits. Identify process improvements and act as a positive change agent

Up to 10% travel to alternate sites and/or supplier locations as needed to establish and maintain strong business relationships, ensure quality compliance, and oversee the timely delivery of materials and services. Occasional travel greater than 10% may also be required

Qualification

Contract ManagementBudgetingNegotiationProcurementMicrosoft OfficeSupply Chain ManagementOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationProject Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in business management/administration or equivalent education from an accredited college or university

A minimum of four (4) years of relevant business experience

Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status

The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required

Preferred

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications desired

Demonstrates strong oral and writing skills preferred

Understanding of purchasing, project management, supply chain and other general business skills preferred

At least three (3) years of procurement experience

Benefits

A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community.

Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose.

Career advancement and professional development programs.

Company

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI)

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Since the late 1950s, BPMI has been a dedicated prime contractor—a company that has a direct contract with the federal government—for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP).

Founded in 1956

Monroeville, Pennsylvania, USA

1001-5000 employees