Contract Administrator- Business Development and Special Projects - Fincantieri Marine Group

Fincantieri Marinette Marine, a Fincantieri Marine Group Company, is a progressive shipyard specializing in building ships for the United States Navy. We currently have an opportunity for a Contract Administrator at our Washington, DC location.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for acting as the primary interface with our customers; handles pricing and submittal of proposal packages to customers. Manages all aspects of proposal preparation; supporting risk/opportunity assessment, mitigation and management activities; insures proper execution of certifications and representations; resolves issues related to terms & conditions and special provisions; participates on negotiation teams; performs contract review and acceptance; practices change management; managing and safeguarding company assets (including proprietary information and intellectual property); administers and monitors contract performance and contract values; leads contract closeout activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.


* Manages daily work assignment of assigned Contract Analysts and Contract Specialists
* Requests and obtains necessary cost, manufacturing and scheduling data for change order pricing, including determination of appropriate cost elements.
* Prepares quotations, proposals and submits to customers.
* Negotiates change orders.
* Reviews contract amendments and changes and in and out going correspondence.
* Maintains close contact with customers to maintain, preserve and enhance the company's image with its customers, thus ensuring favorable long-term relationships.
* Monitoring contract requirements to ensure company and counter party compliance with contractual obligations.
* Represents MMC to the customer in all matters with a high level of competence, professionalism, integrity and credibility.
* Provides expert ability to type or create letters, reports and project documentation in a final format from rough notes or drafts.
* Daily communication with Program Managers, Project Engineers, Department Managers and Director of Programs required in the validation of labor/material estimates, preparation and negotiation of proposals and implementation of changes.
* Daily communications required with Program Contracting Officers and their designated representatives in the negotiation of Changes Orders and Modifications to the Contracts.
* Prepares, reviews, and submits official company correspondence
* Develops performance metrics and prepares reports to track and report status of contract administration activities, contract modifications, and external correspondence
* Must abide by and enforce all organizational policies and procedures.



COMPETENCIES: SPARC


* Safety first
* People oriented, determined to assist where able
* Accountability and Ownership: Demonstrate a sense of urgency, ownership in your role
* Respect peoples differences and be open to differing opinions and beliefs
* Continue to improve your current role and help develop the role for the future based on lean management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands to handle materials or equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee's workspace is in a clean and comfortable climate-controlled setting with little to no exposure to the moving equipment, elements, extreme conditions, or risk of injury. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. When entering the shipyard, the work environment is not climate-controlled and there is exposure to moving equipment, etc.

Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG) believes it is our responsibility to ensure that each of us works safely and productively, goes home healthy, and considers the environment in their actions, each and every day. Management is committed to providing a safe and healthy work setting, and protecting the environment as a key tenet of our culture and a primary mission. All employees shall have high values for safety awareness and be mindful of environmental impacts associated with each job task.

BENEFITS:

FMG offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. In compliance with the new pay transparency law, we are providing a preview of our benefits prior to any potential interviews. For more detail regarding the benefits we offer, please click here to view the full benefits package.



PAY RANGE: $76,440.00 - $118,462.50

This range represents the overall market pay rate for candidates who meet the necessary qualifications and experience requirements for this role. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, education, and performance.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Fincantieri Marine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and promotes a Drug Free Work Environment. Minorities, Women, Veterans and Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.





QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE


* Bachelor's degree in business or related area and a minimum of (4) years experience in Contracts Administration or other business field, or an Associate's degree and (6-7) years' experience or, High School Diploma and (8-10) years' experience.
* Experience in negotiating changes to Contracts and knowledgeable in the application of FAR/DFAR clauses is preferred but not required.
* Experience in change proposals, administering and monitoring contract performance, validation of labor/material estimates and mitigation and management of all contracting activities is also preferred.
* One or more of the following professional certifications (DAWIA, FAC-C, CPCM, CFCM, or CCCM is desired.
* Major Defense Industry experience a plus.

SKILLS


* Must have effective verbal/written communication skills.
* Must have strong Microsoft Office Suites computer skills.
* Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work well with all levels within the department internal management and customers.
* Use time efficiently -- organize multiple tasks to be completed in most efficient manner.
* Knowledge of Company procedures to be followed in completing tasks.
* Able to work with minimal direction and determine priorities of tasks given, flexible with multiple assignments
* Must have the ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
* Must have ability to maintain confidentiality.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled