Senior Contract Administrator

TerraPower; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 117,922 - 176,833; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Comprehensive medical and wellness benefits

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

TerraPower is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to manage subcontracts focusing on performance and compliance with federal procurement standards. The role includes sourcing, evaluating, and negotiating contracts to support project success.

The ideal candidate will have over eight years of experience, preferably in the nuclear industry, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including 401(k) and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of experience in procurement or subcontract management.
• Experience executing subcontracts per FAR and/or 2 CFR 200 standards.
• Complete understanding of federal cost principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex subcontracts from pre‑award to post‑award.
• Conduct market research for competitive bidding sources.
• Issue and negotiate subcontracts with suppliers.

Skills

Federal cost principles

Subcontract management

Negotiation

Procurement analysis

Excel

Nuclear industry experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Senior Contract Administrator

TerraPower, LLC. is seeking to contract with a highly capable and motivated Contract Administrator who will report directly to the Director of Procurement to perform duties including sourcing, evaluating, price reasonableness, negotiating, subcontract administration, and closeouts. This position will also be responsible for supporting the development of new suppliers. This position contributes to enhancing the success of projects by limiting the overall risks and liability associated with supplier sourcing, pricing, evaluating, negotiating, performance and delivery of equipment, materials, completion of services and/or construction. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence and flexibility with confidence, and an ability to interface with suppliers, consultants, management and colleagues in a professional, and proactive manner. The Senior Contract Administrator collaborates with the larger Supply Management, project teams and other support functions to coordinate the review of client contracts and provides negotiation support when required.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and manage complex subcontracts from pre‑award to post‑award, focusing on performance, change control, quality, cost and schedule.
• Work with requestors to understand procurement requirements and ensure correct goods or services are procured.
• Select appropriate terms and conditions for procurements.
• Review statements of work to ensure clarity and avoid ambiguity.
• Prepare and manage RFP, RFQ and EOI activities.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with prime contract requirements and company policies.
• Perform cost and price analysis.
• Draft procurement summaries/basis for awards.
• Establish and maintain internal and external customer and supplier relationships.
• Conduct market research to identify potential sources for competitive bidding.
• Negotiate pricing and other terms with potential suppliers.
• Issue subcontracts or other agreements to suppliers.
• Drive cost efficiency while maintaining quality and technical performance.
• Assist in resolving subcontract interpretations, design iterations, material changes and schedule constraints involving the technical representative or supplier project engineer.
• Notify management of deficiencies or actions that may jeopardize performance.
• Monitor and expedite orders to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Verify receipt of items and resolve receipt and payment discrepancies.
• Maintain complete and accurate procurement files and records.
• Perform subcontract closeouts in a timely manner.
• Perform other procurement and/or contracting duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience executing subcontracts in accordance with FAR and/or 2 CFR 200 procurement standards.
• Experience issuing, awarding, and managing flexibly priced subcontracts.
• Complete understanding of federal cost principles.
• Experience handling export‑controlled information.
• Minimum eight years of experience in purchasing, procurement, subcontract/contract management.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in business, supply chain, or related program.
• Ability to perform job duties with little to no supervision.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment and sizable workload.
• Nuclear industry experience preferred.
• Technical background a plus.
• Experience implementing successful interface, contracting and/or procurement strategies.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• High degree of trust and integrity, open communication, respect and a desire to foster teamwork.

Physical Requirements

Job functions include sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands). Minimal physical exertion and/or requirements, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds. Prolonged repetitive work. Visual and audio focused work. Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day. Travel required 0-10%.

Salary & Benefits

Salary range: $117,922 - $176,833.

Benefits include competitive compensation, salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short‑term incentive payments, comprehensive medical and wellness benefits, parental leave, 401(k) plan, generous paid time off (PTO), generous holiday schedule, relocation assistance, professional and educational support opportunities.