Strategic Contract Administrator for Naval/Govt Projects

Nassco; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Contract Administrator to manage government contracts and oversee pre-negotiation strategies. You will review specifications, labor and material estimates, and subcontractor quotes to develop independent positions and ensure compliance with contract requirements.

The role requires strong negotiation, pricing, and documentation skills, with a focus on coordinating with Planning and Estimating and Project Managers.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business Administration, Engineering or related field plus 2 years related experience, or AA/AS with 4 years related experience, or 8 years related experience.
• Knowledge of contract requirements including CDRL, FAR, DFARS and CAS.

Responsibilities

• Review preliminary specifications, labor, and material estimates, subcontractor quotes, and current rates to develop independent pre-negotiation positions.
• Exercise considerable independent judgment in negotiating agreements and committing the company in the performance of the original contract and any changes thereto.
• Produce and maintain the hardcopy contracts file plus all documentation, reports, and correspondence required by law.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative working relationship with government agencies, subcontractors, and other employees in order to facilitate the timely completion of all contractual requirements.
• Demonstrate a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround time, streamline work processes, work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality and seamless customer service.
• Advise Project Managers on courses of action related to contract performance by interpreting contract clauses and government regulations.
• Work closely with Planning and Estimating Department to draft and finalize contract line items and all proposed changes.
• Develop pricing for and negotiate contract changes; new and growth work.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Pricing development

Documentation management

Government contracts knowledge

FAR/DFARS knowledge

CAS knowledge

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Business Administration, Engineering or related field

AA/AS + 4 years related experience or 8 years related experience

Job description

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Contract Administrator to manage government contracts and oversee pre-negotiation strategies. You will review specifications, labor and material estimates, and subcontractor quotes to develop independent positions and ensure compliance with contract requirements.

The role requires strong negotiation, pricing, and documentation skills, with a focus on coordinating with Planning and Estimating and Project Managers.