Experienced Contract Management Specialist

Location: Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Job Title: Experienced Contract Management Specialist

Status: Full-time Professional

Annual Salary Range: $66,800 - $111,320

• Salary commensurate with education and experience.
  
  
  

Job Summary

As an Experienced Contract Management Specialist at BPMI, you will be responsible for performing contract functions which provide for budgeting, negotiation, placement, administration, and close out of contracts in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and Government specifications. The individual should possess the following attributes to complete the essential duties: questioning attitude, strong attention to detail, ability to manage multiple competing priorities, complete work efforts in accordance with established schedules and team effectively with peers and management.

Essential Duties:

• Prepare input and analyses for budgets, preparing detailed proposals to support annual and future Prime Contract awards for BPMI, and performing post award financial assessments. Develop price, cost, small value, or hybrid estimates to support budgetary forecasts and/or acquisitions in accordance with estimating requirements.
• Develop acquisition strategies, including risk assessment, supplier evaluations and submit for Government approval, as required. Create realistic milestone schedule leading to purchase order placement that will support Government needs.
• Prepare and issue request for proposal (RFP) for Government-approved sole source and/or competitive solicitations, perform proposal openings, and conduct detailed analysis of supplier proposals. Resolve all technical and administrative exceptions/clarifications submitted by the suppliers. Develop and issue request for Government field pricing assistance (as needed). Prepare for and conduct purchase order discussions/negotiations.
• Write a formal recommendation to document that the procurement action will be placed at a fair and reasonable price, along with contract delivery dates that will meet Government needs from a supplier who is technically, financially, and administratively capable to provide a quality product in accordance with all contractual requirements. The formal recommendation may be submitted for Government-approval, if required.
• Perform post-placement contract administration, including but not limited to the following: continuous communication with supplier, negotiating and placing purchase order amendments, proactively following contract line items and special contract clauses, processing supplier shipping documents and invoices, preparing reports as needed to support requirements and/or stakeholder requests, and processing purchase order close-out in a timely manner.
• Develop relationships with supplier counterparts and maintain open communication with supplier lead contract professional. Gain knowledge of supplier operations, supply chain vulnerabilities, and performance (e.g., financial, delivery, etc.).
• Input and reconcile data and/or information across various data systems, when applicable, including but not limited to budgeting, procurement scheduling, estimating, and logistics systems.
• Coordinate with BPMI engineering counterparts, management, and operations departments, including supplier security, fleet support and logistics, quality, and finance, to effectively, efficiently, and productively execute contract requirements.
• Participate in formal or informal teams chartered to evaluate procedures, perform process reviews, and perform standard audits. Identify process improvements and act as a positive change agent.
• Up to 10% travel to alternate sites and/or supplier locations as needed to establish and maintain strong business relationships, ensure quality compliance, and oversee the timely delivery of materials and services. Occasional travel greater than 10% may also be required.
• The essential duties identified are representative but are not intended to be an exhaustive or inclusive list of all the responsibilities of the position.
  
  
  

What You Can Expect:

• A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community.
• A diverse group of talented individuals working toward the common goal of supporting the United States Navy in their pursuit of national security.
• Competitive and attractive pay and
• Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose.
• Career advancement and professional development programs.
  
  
  

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business management/administration or equivalent education from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant business experience.
• Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required.
  
  
  

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications desired.
• Demonstrates strong oral and writing skills preferred.
• Understanding of purchasing, project management, supply chain and other general business skills preferred.
• At least three (3) years of procurement experience.
  
  
  

Why BPMI?

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a prime contractor for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP). BPMI is involved in the design, purchase, quality control, and delivery of major propulsion plant components for installation in nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, submarines, and prototype plants for the U.S. Navy. Teamwork, cooperation, and the pursuit of excellence have been the driving forces behind the growth and success of BPMI. For more information, visit

BPMI is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you will be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.