Subcontracts' Administrator, GS

Day & Zimmermann; Hawthorne (NV); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann in Hawthorne, NV is seeking a Procurement & Subcontract Specialist to lead front-end strategic assessments, negotiate with suppliers, and manage the full subcontract lifecycle for complex government and commercial programs. You will support labor estimates, issue RFQs, evaluate bids, and ensure contract formation in accordance with FAR/DFARS and CPSR requirements.

Join a century‑old company with a global footprint and a strong focus on compliance, efficiency, and teamwork across

Qualifications

• Knowledge of acquisition requirements for Government contracts (CPSR, ISO 9001, S-OX, ITAR & EAR).
• Ability to interpret and apply FAR/DFAR in Subcontracts and POs.

Responsibilities

• Leads procurement/subcontract strategies and plans to support program schedule and estimates.
• Manages full procurement/subcontract lifecycle: RFQs, bids, bid evaluation, POs, change orders, subcontract closeout.
• Negotiates with suppliers/subcontractors and manages risk and supplier relationships.
• Maintains program status reports with RFQs, supplier data, delivery dates and deliverables.
• Communicates with Supply Chain Management and Program Management to mitigate schedule impacts.

Skills

Acquisition knowledge (FAR/DFARS)

Negotiation skills

MS Office

SAP/ERP

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP

Job description

About Day And Zimmermann

When you’ve been around for more than a century, you know a thing or two! At Day & Zimmermann, we take our lifetime of experience and make things better! Our 37,000+ employees help bring big ideas to life every day. We’re pushing the boundaries of innovation in construction & engineering, operations & maintenance, staffing, and security & defense. And that’s not all. Did we mention that we have 900+ worldwide locations with $3 billion USD in annual revenue? Come join our in on purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world. We do what we say.® http://www.dayzim.com

About Day And Zimmermann

When you’ve been around for more than a century, you know a thing or two! At Day & Zimmermann, we take our lifetime of experience and make things better! Our 37,000+ employees help bring big ideas to life every day. We’re pushing the boundaries of innovation in construction & engineering, operations & maintenance, staffing, and security & defense. And that’s not all. Did we mention that we have 900+ worldwide locations with $3 billion USD in annual revenue? Come join our in on purpose – We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world. We do what we say.® http://www.dayzim.com

Job Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day management of subcontract negotiation/administration for complex commercial and government (FAR/DFARS) programs with domestic and international end use. Manage and/or conduct front-end strategic assessment of business pursuits, support proposal preparation, subcontract negotiations, and subcontract administration, including providing Supply Chain guidance with required subcontracting and flow-down provisions to ensure proper contract formation and compliance in accordance with customer requirements, company objectives and applicable laws and regulations. Responsible for the creation and execution of subcontracting documents required for Government Services prime contracts.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development of a Procurement & Subcontract Strategies and Plans to support program schedule and estimate; Assists Supply Chain Director in preparation of labor estimates to include proposal support, attends supplier and program meetings, and visits client facilities as requested.


• Manages full Procurement/Subcontract lifecycle from preparation of the Recommended Bidder's List (RBL), issues RFQs (Request for Quote), receives and evaluates bids, prepares Competitive Bid Evaluation (CBE), conducts supplier negotiations, issues POs, administrates change orders and purchase order closeout; prepares small business subcontracting plans.


• Demonstrates advanced negotiation skills and responsible for suppliers/subcontractors' negotiations and responds to requests for bid clarification, identifies areas of risk, establishes and maintains supplier relationships and US Government facilities personnel.


• Updates Program Status Reports in a timely manner including current status of RFQ's, supplier/subcontractor data, committed delivery dates and receipt of supplier/subcontract deliverables.


• Engages in timely communication with Supply Chain Management and/or Program Management of potential problems to ensure and/or mitigate impact to scheduled dates/deliverables; Attends program meetings including Kick Off, and Program Status meetings as directed by the Supply Chain Director and/or Program Management.

KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities)

• Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition requirements for Government contracts (CPSR documented files, ISO 9001, S-OX, ITAR & EAR), including interpreting and applying FAR/DFAR requirements for inclusion in Subcontracts and PO's; Experience managing implementation and audit process of CPSR and \"best practices\"; Fundamental understanding of contracting principles and legal concepts; Ability to prioritize workload and manage internal/external customer requirements utilizing resources to accomplish tasks efficiently and support schedule in a matrixed organization.


• Forward thinker with quick adaptability to change; Possesses strong analytical skills to break paradigms and promote creativity within a matrixed organization; Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to quickly build strong relationships within a matrixed organization.


• Supply Chain professional with developed business acumen and the proven ability to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiencies through process improvement and innovation; Ability to manage confidential information with tact, diplomacy & poise; Strong organizational, analytical and decision-making skills; Possesses advanced negotiation skills, identifies areas of risk, establishes and maintains supplier relationships.


• Ability to analyze data from various systems/sources to determine opportunity/root cause; Possesses a passion for process and problem solve with a natural desire to simplify processes and optimize efficiency; Highly proficient in MS Office, SAP/ERP with the ability to train and develop other teammates. Proficiency using MS Office and SAP.


• Lengthy experience in Government Contracting, FAR, DFAR, SCA/DBA.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field Required


• 5+ years Required

Compensation And Benefits

In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $76,640 - $114,960. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail], and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.