Senior Contract Administrator

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description BAE Systems is looking for a Contract Administrator to administer large and complex contracts for ship repair programs. With guidance from the Contract Manager, this position will act as a point of contact between the company, the customer, and Project personnel for interpretation of contracts/specifications and negotiation of change orders in accordance with company policies, legal and customer requirements. As a Senior Contract Administrator you will;

• Monitor the contract's performance and submit reports and recommendations to management.
• Review contract and maintain daily dialogue with the company and customer to address and resolve contract matters in a timely manner. Review, administer and negotiate change orders with customers.
• Work with the program team to monitor job progress and identify appropriate mitigation steps to proactively manage program risks.
• Initiate recommendations to management to improve performance.Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant experience or equivalent experience
  • Extensive working knowledge of FAR/DFAR.
  • Critical attention to detail with financial acumen.
  • Full knowledge of industry best practices in the acquisition and/or execution of services and supplies for federal and commercial contracts
  • Experience with one of the following: IDIQ - Delivery/Task Orders, Contract Types: FFP, FFP LOETC, CPFF, T&M, etc., and Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA)
  • Effective critical thinking and problem solving skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
    • Experience with the following types of Contracts: Firm-Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursement and Hybrid
    • Ship Repair ExperiencePay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $71600 - $121700Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.BAE Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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