What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Contracts Administrator position at Longenecker & Associates?
OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Principal Contracts Administrator to contribute to our mission supporting our work at SRNS in Aiken, SC.
L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.
L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
DUTIES
Plan, organize, construct, and execute the strategies and programs for SRS Mission objective prime contract compliance. Ensure strategies are implemented to support financial, quality, delivery and risk objectives of Management & Operation Contractor and Department of Energy – Savannah River (DOE-SR). Support leadership of customer representatives and internal leadership, peers, and subordinates necessary to foster team understanding and unity of purpose.
Work to gain broad understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR). Interface with Finance, DOE Contracts and customers. Develop supporting details for programs, prime contract requirements, Contract Administration's responsibilities and the importance of CA's engaged involvement in issues that could have impacts on site work. Provide contract regulations, policy, and procedure guidance to personnel across the company. Strong written and oral communication along with strong computer skills and understanding of database applications are necessary for the effective management of programmatic implementation of contractor requirements associated with DOE Directives and Standards. Candidate must have a general understanding of federal regulation principles and the process for flow down of requirements. Research cost allowability requests and work closely with the Director, Contracts to issue a determination. Administer contract changes and process modifications and letters of direction.
Coordinate correspondence to ensure complete and organized files. Maintain and issue routine status reports. Assist with development of corrective actions/plans to business management problems. Establish interface with, and understanding of, Supply Chain Management, Internal Audit, Finance, Project Controls, Project Management, and Engineering. Oversee the Administrative requirements of the prime contract for compliance and obtain DOE approvals of changes thereto, or of any other actions requiring such approvals. Develop departmental office procedures and requirements in accordance with DOE and management policies. Coordinate, compile and track department costs and the department budget and oversee any required reconciliation. Support more senior contract professionals as needed or as assigned. Perform related contract and duties as assigned by the Director, Contract Administration.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Education/General Experience:
Education & Experience: A bachelor’s degree in a business or technical field with six years’ experience, or an associate degree with ten years’ experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to work in a diverse work environment,
Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.
Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.
Well-developed organizational and inter-personal skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to perform under high levels of stress to meet deadlines in a contingency operation environment.
Experienced with participating in teams and able to perform assignments independently.
Inter-personal skills, and well developed written and verbal communication skills; must be able to perform under high levels of stress to meet deadlines in a contingency operations environment.
Experienced with participating in teams and able to perform assignments independently.
Desired Qualifications
Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred.
Bachelor's degree in business or technical field preferred.
Experience in business, finance, and/or contract terms and risk management is desired.
Established organizational and inter-personal skills, and desire to increase written and verbal communication skills; able to perform under high levels of stress to meet deadlines in a contingency operations environment.
Experienced with participating in teams and able to perform assignments with routine input of peers and supervisors.
MBA and contract management experience with DOE Experience with Federal Government Contracting Officers is also desirable.
PF-81 Evaluation Criteria:
- Price and Cost to Company: 20%
- Technical Acceptability: 70%
- Availability & Qualifications of Personnel: 10%- Need to be available as soon as practical and would be preferred to have Directives Experience.
Duration of the Contract: SIX (6) MONTHS WITH THE OPTION TO EXTEND FOR TWO (2) ADDITIONAL ONE (1) YEAR OPTION YEARS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ATTACHED JOB TITLE
Estimated Hours Per Year: 1040 ST / 100 OT TWO (2) OPTION PERIODS PER YEAR 2080 ST / 200 OT
Anticipated Work Schedule: 6:00a-4:30p Mon-Thurs- This schedule can be flexible with manager approval.
Onsite or Remote? Hybrid. Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense.100% onsite.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.
L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
