Engineering Technician - Contract & Cost Specialist

US Army Corps of Engineers

Whiteman Afb (MO)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers at Whiteman AFB seeks a Contract Specialist to review and administer complex project schedules, prepare government cost estimates for changes, and evaluate factors affecting contract performance. The role also involves advising staff, negotiating changes with contractors, and ensuring proper documentation and safety compliance.

Qualified candidates will have specialized federal experience, including evaluating proposals for complex amendments and ensuring technical

Qualifications

  • Specialized experience required includes reviewing contract documents to determine validity of claims.
  • Preparing Pre-Negotiation Memorandum (PNM) for construction contracts and ensuring technical adequacy of proposals.

Responsibilities

  • Review and administer complex project schedules.
  • Prepare government cost estimates for change orders and claims.
  • Evaluate labor and material escalation, delays, and impacts on schedules.
  • Advise Resident Office staff on contract administration issues.
  • Negotiate changes with contractors.
  • Monitor receipt and distribution of contractual documents.
  • Provide technical support in evaluating potential claims.
  • Assemble engineering and fiscal data to request funds or reallocations.
  • Enforce safety practices and regulations.

Skills

Contract administration
Cost estimation
Proposal evaluation
Schedule review

Job description

The US Army Corps of Engineers at Whiteman AFB seeks a Contract Specialist to review and administer complex project schedules, prepare government cost estimates for changes, and evaluate factors affecting contract performance. The role also involves advising staff, negotiating changes with contractors, and ensuring proper documentation and safety compliance.

Qualified candidates will have specialized federal experience, including evaluating proposals for complex amendments and ensuring technical

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