Contracts Specialist

Contracts Specialist Job Responsibilities

The Contract Specialist will develop, coordinate, and administer contracts for products and/or services:

• Negotiate, extend, and renegotiate contracts as appropriate
• Serve as a primary point of liaison with contractors in all matters
• Monitor existing contracts for compliance with terms and conditions
• Negotiate, establish, and administer contractual arrangements for various subcontract services
• Evaluate or monitor contractor performance to determine necessity for amendments or extensions of contracts, and compliance to contractual obligations
• Analyze and approve or reject internal and/or contractor requests for deviations from contract specifications and delivery schedules
• Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data to determine reasonableness of prices; review and interpret contract provisions to achieve cost efficiencies and reductions where feasible
• Assesses contractor service value and product/service reliability relative to cost; plan, organize, and coordinate acquisition alternatives, as appropriate
• Monitor and evaluate contractor performance against contract specifications and recommend appropriate remedial action as necessary
• Assist with the procurement process and ensure procedural requirements and timelines are met
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 13 paid company holidays
• Gym incentive program
• Employee Assistance Programs

Contract Specialist Job Requirements

• Leadership and critical thinking skills*
• Strong work ethic and strict attention to detail*
• Eagerness to learn*
• Excellent ability to collaborate and problem solve*
• Degree in business administration or similar discipline*
• Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams*
• 2 years of experience negotiating contracts*
• Proficient in development and adherence to procurement procedures and plans*
• Multi-task and provide support to multiple internal clients daily
• Experience in solar, power generation or construction, utility scale projects a plus
• 2 years of experience in Procurement
• Able to travel as needed*
• Have a driver's license