Senior Subcontracts Administrator

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BWXT is currently seeking a Senior Subcontracts Administrator in support of our Government Operations business group!

The primary office location is strongly preferred to be in Lynchburg, VA however, well-qualified candidates who are unable to relocate will be considered. This role will be expected to travel to Lynchburg approximately 25% of the time for the initial 3-months for training and collaborative exercises. Once initial training has been completed, this role will involve travel up to 25% of the time per year.

The successful candidate will be responsible for cradle to grave procurement support to include the timely development and execution of acquisition strategies, creating and managing subcontract inquiries, leading supplier negotiations, performing source selection, award execution, and managing post-award subcontract administration and supplier oversight.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Coordinates with internal stakeholders and prepare solicitation documentation for complex acquisitions to include statements of work, technical specifications, terms and conditions, source selection evaluation factors, and other requirements as part of Requests for Proposal as appropriate for the procurement of services, specialized materials, and/or equipment.
• Prepares bid packages, conducts bidder conferences, analyzes, and evaluates proposals, performs price and/or cost analysis, negotiates subcontract terms and pricing, lead source selection, prepares award and supporting documentation, and manages subcontract administration.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to qualify suppliers, evaluate proposals, and maintain subcontract files in accordance with established procedures.
• Under limited supervision, responsible for preparation and administration of subcontracts, task orders and subsequent amendments consistent with customer requirements, government regulations, and BWXT procurement policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with all Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), FAR supplements, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARs), Other Transaction Authority (OTA), public law requirements, and BWXT policies and procedures.
• Reviews customer solicitations and provides recommendations for supply chain support to BWXT’s proposal team.
• Ensures, after subcontract award, the receipt, accuracy, and timeliness of subcontractor submitted documents relating to the subcontract deliverables as well as monitoring performance relative to schedule, cost, and technical objectives.
• Support urgent program timelines for procurements and serve as the focal point for bid receipt, cost/price evaluation, coordination of technical reviews, and contract modifications.
• Monitors subcontractor performance using supplier score card, managing deliverables, monthly reporting, payment of invoices, and alignment with higher-tier agreement contract terms.
• Participates with program functional areas to coordinate subcontract funding, invoice processing and program reviews.
• Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders in departments such as contracts, legal, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, and programs, as well as with management, end-users.
• Coordinates with quality for the evaluation and monitoring of supplier quality, reliability, and the supplier’s ability to support required delivery schedules.
• Develops strategies and identify opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and mitigate risk.
• Utilizes process tools, such as Lean Six Sigma, with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• May be assigned higher value tasks with oversight from more senior level staff.
• Prioritizes tasks as assigned or identified.
• Participates in teaming arrangements and strategic marketing alliances between company and outside sources.
• Ensures that all internal stakeholder interest is accurately and thoroughly represented during pre-award and subcontract execution.
• Negotiates and coordinates basic awards, additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts.
• Prepares and disseminates information regarding subcontract status, compliance, modification, deviation, negotiation, and termination.

Education and Training:

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED with at least twenty (20) years of related experience OR a bachelor’s degree with fifteen (15) years of experience. A master’s degree with ten (10) years of experience is preferred. Degree must be from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.

Minimum Requirements:

• Ten (10) years of experience in Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Experience issuing and managing subcontracts, in a highly technical environment, under Prime contract awards.
• Experience supporting commercial and U.S. Government requirements preferably in support of U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and/or Department of Energy (DOE) programs.
• Strong experience administering government-funded contracts and subcontracts in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and Agency FAR Supplements (e.g., DFARS, DEAR, etc.).
• Knowledge in subcontracts, purchasing, contracts, finance, or project Management.
• Ability to participate in technical (engineering/science) discussions with technical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of various types of subcontract awards.
• Ability to generate and administer various subcontract award documents to include Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price and Time & Material awards.
• Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a customer service-oriented team environment within a matrixed organization.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels.
• Self-motivated with an ability to multi-task and make sound decisions in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Willing to travel to supplier sites and lead quarterly business reviews in support of short-term activities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizenship with no dual citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in either Business, Global Supply Chain, Engineering Management or Project Management.
• Experience working in an U.S. Government approved contractor purchasing system.
• Negotiating skills with multi-million-dollar Subcontracts.
• Strong working knowledge and experience administering government funded contracts/subcontracts in compliance with Other Transaction Authority (OTA).
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience with SAP or related business application software.
• Experience conducting oral presentations.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
• Supply Chain risk mitigation and change management experience.

Pay: $102,000 - $154,000

The base salary range for this position in Virginia (US-VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $102,000 and $154,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. citizenship with (no dual citizenship) ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test and previous employment reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). BWXT may consider any candidate for whom a recruiter or agency has submitted an unsolicited resume and explicitly reserves the right to hire such candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency unless an Agreement is in place prior to presentation and such Agreement explicitly encompasses the job opening for which such fees or costs are sought. An email, verbal or other informal contact with any person within BWXT will not create a binding agreement. Agencies or recruiters without an Agreement are directed not to contact any hiring managers of BWXT with recruiting inquiries or resumes. Recruiters and agencies interested in partnering with BWXT may contact BWXT’s Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].