Contract Specialist

Rivet Operations LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation plan

Retirement plan

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Rivet Operations LLC in Norfolk, VA seeks qualified Contract Specialists to support a federal ATON program, handling buoy maintenance, buoy and bridle fabrication, lanterns, and related navigation contracts.

The role provides cradle-to-grave contract administration support and involves diverse acquisition activities, including price/cost analysis, negotiations, and applying FAR procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency in contracting actions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of formal contracting experience.
• Experience performing federal acquisition duties under the FAR in a GS-1102 or equivalent role or as contractor providing comparable acquisition support.
• FAC-C Professional certification, or current DHS/USCG standard equivalent certification.
• Experience with multiple contract types and source selection approaches (best value and LPTA).
• Strong written, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-award and post-award contracting support to government personnel.
• Support administration of indefinite delivery contracts and related task orders.
• Assist cradle-to-grave simplified acquisitions.
• Prepare, review, and process contract documentation and acquisition packages.
• Conduct price analysis and cost analysis.
• Support negotiations and contract modifications.
• Apply federal contracting procedures and socioeconomic policies.
• Coordinate actions to support continuity across ongoing and future contracting activities.

Skills

Contract management

FAR knowledge

FAC-C certification

Negotiation

Written communication

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Contract Specialist Location: Norfolk, VA

Introduction: Rivet Operations Company LLC is seeking qualified Contract Specialists to support a federal acquisition program focused on Aids to Navigation (ATON) contracts and related contracting functions. This effort supports the timely administration of approximately 24 ATON contracts involving buoy maintenance, buoy, chain and bridle fabrication, lanterns, and other navigation hardware and components. The role also supports broader cradle-to-grave simplified acquisition activities tied to waterway operations and maintenance requirements.

Position Overview: Contract Specialists will provide acquisition and contract administration support to government contracting officers, with a primary focus on ATON program requirements. The team will help address staffing shortages, maintain continuity of contract administration, and ensure critical contract actions are executed efficiently and in accordance with applicable regulations and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Not listed in order of importance; other duties may be assigned) and must be able to perform the following:

• Provide pre-award and post-award contracting support to government contracting personnel
• Support administration of indefinite delivery contracts and related task orders
• Assist with cradle-to-grave simplified acquisitions
• Prepare, review, and process contract documentation and acquisition packages
• Conduct price analysis and cost analysis
• Support negotiations and contract modifications
• Apply federal contracting procedures, socioeconomic policies, and contract administration principles
• Support acquisitions using a range of contract types and source selection methods, including best value and LPTA
• Coordinate actions to support continuity and efficiency across ongoing and future contracting activities

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of formal contracting experience
• Experience performing federal acquisition duties under the FAR in a GS-1102 or equivalent role, or as a contractor providing comparable acquisition support to a federal agency
• FAC-C Professional certification, or current DHS/USCG standard equivalent certification
• Demonstrated experience in:
  • Pre-award and post-award contracting support
  • Price and cost analysis
  • Federal contracting procedures
  • Socioeconomic policies
  • Negotiation
  • Contract administration
  • Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
  • Experience with multiple contract types and source selection approaches, including best value and LPTA
• Strong written, analytical, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with U.S. Coast Guard contracting processes and regulations.

Benefits: Rivet offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization, please visit our web site at www.rivetopsllc.com.

Physical Requirements: Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility, including but not limited to bending, reaching, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. There is a possibility that due to parking availability and location of work, walking moderate to long distance may be required. Possible lifting up to 25 lbs.

Please note: Rivet Operations Company LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Positions functions and qualifications may vary depending on business needs.

Rivet Operations Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Posted Salary Range

USD $60,000.00 - USD $65,000.00 /Yr.