Contract Specialist

NCMS – National Center for Manufacturing Sciences; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NCMS – National Center for Manufacturing Sciences is seeking a Contract Specialist based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, for a hybrid role requiring three days in the office. The successful candidate will manage contractual administration for NCMS and advise on federal award contracting regulations.

Qualified individuals will have at least 5 years of experience and a Bachelor's Degree, along with strong negotiation and analytical skills. This role is integral to ensuring compliance and maintaining audit records while collaborating with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in contracts, grants, or award administration.
• Knowledge of government regulations and contract processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and draft contracts based on cost proposals.
• Negotiate contracts in accordance with applicable laws.
• Maintain contract records for audit compliance.
• Research government regulations for legal compliance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Contract administration

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

This is a hybrid role and requires 3 days in the office in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Who we are:

The National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) is a cross-industry technology development consortium, dedicated to improving the competitiveness and strength of the U.S. industrial base. As a member-based organization, it leverages its network of industry, government, and academic partners to develop, demonstrate, and transition innovative technologies efficiently, with less risk and lower cost.

NCMS enables world-class member companies to work effectively with other members on new opportunities – bringing together highly capable companies with providers and end-users who need their innovations and technology solutions. NCMS members benefit from an accelerated progression of idea creation through execution.

Job Purpose:

The Contract Specialist is responsible for the contractual administration for NCMS as well as subsidiary business agreements. You will educate and counsel multiple stakeholders on NCMS collaborative methods and policies, as well as regulations applied to federal award contracting and agreements. The successful candidate will have the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex contractual agreements in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review cost proposals and other forms to draft contracts.
• Negotiate contracts in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual provisions.
• Issue contract modifications in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual provisions.
• Ensure reviews and approvals are complete before contractual documents are executed.
• Maintain contract records for audit compliance.
• Research and analyze government regulations for legal and audit compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must have or be eligible to obtain a government security clearance.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless legally exempt.
• Flexibility to work a hybrid schedule; three days in office & two days home.
• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 5 or more years’ experience in contracts, grants, or other award administration are required.
• Working knowledge of contract terms and processes, government regulations (Uniform Grant Guidelines) and/or Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) in all aspects of the contract life cycle including proposals, agreements, and close-out.
• Working knowledge of cyber-security requirements specified by National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-171 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical thinking, risk analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, which may include checks for criminal history, driving records, financial history, and education verification, as permitted by law.