Contracts & Proposals Specialist

Southwest Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, TX seeks a Contracts professional to lead cradle-to-grave contract negotiation and administration for engineering/technical divisions. You will review solicitation packages, identify risks, and communicate positions to internal teams with precision.

The role involves negotiating costs and terms with agencies and clients, coordinating with Legal, and ensuring compliance throughout the contract lifecycle in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business or related field.
• 0-5 years of professional business office and customer service experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review solicitation packages and contractual documents to identify key requirements and risks.
• Work on multiple proposal and project activities with short deadlines.
• Negotiate contract costs, fees, and terms with government agencies and commercial clients.
• Coordinate with Legal and other departments to review terms and conditions.
• Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and respond to inquiries.

Job description

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, TX seeks a Contracts professional to lead cradle-to-grave contract negotiation and administration for engineering/technical divisions. You will review solicitation packages, identify risks, and communicate positions to internal teams with precision.

The role involves negotiating costs and terms with agencies and clients, coordinating with Legal, and ensuring compliance throughout the contract lifecycle in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.