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Contracts Manager

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC
Carlsbad, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2025
Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Contracts Manager opportunity in Carlsbad, NM to support the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP).



Work Location: On-Site at WIPP preferred. A hybrid or remote work arrangement may be considered.

Per Diem Is Available For Those Who Qualify.

The Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is the nation’s only permanent nuclear waste repository for defense-generated transuranic (TRU) waste generated from Department of Energy (DOE) sites across the country. Waste is permanently isolated over 2,000 feet underground in deep salt beds.

Duties

  • Will be responsible for the award and subcontract administration of goods, inventory, equipment, systems upgrades, and/or services required to support the WIPP site.
  • Must ensure compliance with the prime contract, Department of Energy (DOE) Acquisition regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and maintain good business practices for the organization.
  • Will need to be capable making critical decisions, weighing all risk factors against site requirements and schedule needs, and seeking necessary approvals to ensure exceptional acquisition performance.
  • Must be able to lead a large team of experienced acquisition professionals and support personnel in addition to routine communication with federal oversight staff.

Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 10 years’ experience in procurement and contract management.
  • Experience in Federal Contract Management working with Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) desired, with preference for DOE experience.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR), and Federal Travel Regulations (FTR).
  • Experience in obtaining DOE consent above certain thresholds for subcontract award is preferred.
  • Experience negotiating contract terminations, claims, REAs.
  • Extensive knowledge of procurement, negotiations, and expediting with a practical knowledge of business law, accounting, economics, and engineering practices.
  • Practical skills in oral and written communications.
  • US Citizenship is required.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the applications steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers

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