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Contract Specialist

BWXT is currently seeking a Contract and Proposal Specialist for its Euclid, OH location!
 
 Job Description/Duties:
  • Responsible for all aspects of proposal preparation (from inquiry receipt until successful conclusion of negotiations) and submission for potential projects to ensure that bids are responsive, competitive, and complete.
  • Learn and maintain knowledge of Terms and Conditions and various Federal Regulations (FAR, DFAR, ACR).
  • Interact and coordinate with customers and internal functions: Engineering, Purchasing, Estimating, Project Management, Legal, etc. during bidding and contracting phases (lead BWXT negotiating team for new contracts).
  • Negotiate all aspects of contracts.
  • Review all purchase orders and purchase order agreements.
  • Maintain positive customer relations and marketing efforts directed toward maximizing quotation opportunities.
  • Review and interpret customer’s bid specification. Alert internal personnel to potential concerns.
  • Identify and evaluate associated risks with proposed projects and address these factors with management.
  • Learn all aspects of quote process.
  • Ensure complete and timely submission of responsive bids.
  • Lead BWXT team during Contract Closeout activities.
 
Job Qualifications/Requirements:
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET accredited) or Business Management/Administration.
  • No prior work experience required.
  • Two (2) years of related/comparable work experience is preferred.
  • Must possess strong time management, organization, and computer skills.
  • Must be self-motivated and able to work on multiple tasks with superior attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
  • Must have the ability to learn and retain knowledge of Government contract law, good business practices, accounting, scheduling, contracting techniques (negotiation and analytical skills) and technical competence.
  • Must have the ability to analyze estimates of costs for prospective work and determine the mark up and price strategy necessary to achieve and sustain profit goals; ability to learn all aspects of the business.
  • Knowledge of the company’s product, including similar operations, and business practices is beneficial.
  • Prior experience with Estimating (ProPricer) software is preferred.
  • Must be a US Citizen with no dual citizenship.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.