Contracts Administrator

X-energy; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Dev

Job summary

X Energy, LLC in Oak Ridge, TN is seeking a senior contracts and procurement professional to oversee the full lifecycle of contracts, including negotiations with customers and vendors and contract administration. The role requires strong experience in complex negotiations and federal contracting guidelines.

The candidate will lead contract execution, manage procurement policies, and coordinate with program managers and finance to ensure compliance and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Typically, ten years of experience in contracts/proposal administration is required.
• Experience conducting complex negotiations.
• Advanced experience with federal contracts, and knowledge of commercial procurements.
• Understanding of federal government regulatory guidelines, as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities, listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, for contracts of all sizes, without close supervision and some latitude for independent judgment.
• Provide feedback and guidance to more junior team members with the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document.
• Shares knowledge related to industry best practices and standards with others across the team.
• Prepare, review, and negotiate standard contract agreements and documents, to include teaming, non-disclosure, contract, subcontract, and other vendor agreements with appropriate supervision.
• Identify distinct contract requirements, provisions, and terms and conditions for flow down to subcontractors and vendors.
• Initiate documentation to authorize and direct work in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Generate and negotiate change orders and modifications with appropriate supervision.
• Resolve issues with customers, subcontractors, and vendors as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

This role is responsible for contract and procurement services that will support X-energy's business effort. They will manage the entire life cycle of contracts, including working with customers and suppliers, negotiating terms and conditions, and contract administration.

Job Profile Tasks/Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and negotiate standard contract agreements and documents, to include teaming, non-disclosure, contract, subcontract, and other vendor agreements with appropriate supervision.
• Identify distinct contract requirements, provisions, and terms and conditions for flow down to subcontractors and vendors.
• Initiate documentation to authorize and direct work in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Generate and negotiate change orders and modifications with appropriate supervision.
• Resolve issues with customers, subcontractors, and vendors as needed.
• Prepare and disseminate information throughout the company regarding contract status, compliance, modification, deviation, negotiation, and termination.
• Respond to purchase requisitions by defining and justifying the expense.
• Maintain approved vendor list through verification that they are not listed on the Excluded Parties List (EPL) or the Denied Parties List.
• Support company proposal efforts as necessary, including scheduling proposal kickoff, pricing, and other review meetings, assisting in subcontractor and vendor participation, and assisting in preparation, organization, and filing of proposal documentation.
• Maintain procurement policies and procedures.
• Ensure all procurement files are compliant.
• Maintain all documents, reviews, awards, and contracts in an organized, detailed, and centralized filing system.
• Uphold open lines of communication with program managers, finance, and customers as required.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• Years of relevant experience may be in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Level IV

Level Tasks/Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities, listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, for contracts of all sizes, without close supervision and some latitude for independent judgment.
• Provide feedback and guidance to more junior team members with the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document.
• Shares knowledge related to industry best practices and standards with others across the team.

Level Minimum Qualifications

• Typically, ten years of experience in contracts/proposal administration is required.
• Experience conducting complex negotiations.
• Advanced experience with federal contracts, and knowledge of commercial procurements.
• Understanding of federal government regulatory guidelines, as appropriate.

Location: 151 Lafayette Drive, Suite 300, Oak Ridge, TN

Work Site Expectations: 5 days in office

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri

Compensation

As required by Maryland and other applicable state law, X Energy, LLC (X-energy) lists the expected compensation range for a publicly advertised job opportunity based upon the job requirements (e.g. education/training, experience, skill sets, etc.). Individual candidates who meet the job requirements for the posted position will be offered a salary within this range based on their respective levels of education/training, experience, and other qualifications unique to them. Salary ranges may vary based on the specific office location and region referenced in the posting to take into consideration differences in cost of living and may not be reflective of all regions. Please note that compensation ranges listed for US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits or other incentives.

Qualifications

Offers within the posted salary range are commensurate with the individual’s qualifications for the position, along with a view on internal equity, market data, and room for growth. The salary range for this position is:

$115,000- $145,000

Position Job Classification

Full time - Exempt

Benefits

X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. X Energy, LLC participates in E-Verify. Please visit the links below for more information about E-Verify and the protection of your Right to Work. Right To Work Link: If you have the right to work, don’t let anyone take it away (e-verify.gov) E-Verify Participation Link: E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish