What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prime Contract Specialist position at Central Plateau Cleanup Company?
Job Duties/Scope Of Work
WORK SAFELY, MAKE A DIFFERENCE, AND BE A PART OF HISTORY WITH THE CPCCo PRIME CONTRACTS TEAM!
At Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo) in Richland, Washington, we are committed to creating a sustainable future for the historic Hanford Site. Our mission is to protect the Columbia River and remediate the Central Plateau by safely managing and reducing some of the most hazardous waste streams and facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex.
We are seeking a Prime Contract Specialist to join our Business Services team—a results-driven, self-motivated, and well-organized professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about making a meaningful impact.
As a Prime Contract Specialist, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Desired Qualifications
In accordance with the CPCCo salary determination process, CPCCo takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities, and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. CPCCo will not solicit salary history for candidates.
Expected annualized pay range based on full time schedule (40 hours per week):
2026 Salary Ranges:
CPCCo's generous benefits package offers medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) employer match and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please see https://cpcco.hanford.gov/page.cfm/CareersandBenefits
A few benefits/perks you can anticipate, depending on the nature of your employment with CPCCo, include the following:
Relocation Funding Provided No
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Clearance Required No
Job Classification Exempt
Shift Work Required No
CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and abides by federal, state, and local statutory requirements, including CFR 41 60-1.4 - Equal Opportunity , CFR 41 60-300.5 - Veterans , CFR 41 60-741.5 - Disabilities , and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 .
CPCCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants and prohibits discrimination without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, pregnancy status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and terms of employment.
If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) while applying for a position with CPCCo, please e-mail ^CPCCo_EEO . Note: Please do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.
If you have any difficulties while applying for a position, please send an email to ^CPCCo Human Resources.
Applicants And Employees Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws And Are Protected Under Federal Law Against Discrimination. To View Information Regarding These Rights, Please Click On These Links:
WORK SAFELY, MAKE A DIFFERENCE, AND BE A PART OF HISTORY WITH THE CPCCo PRIME CONTRACTS TEAM!
At Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo) in Richland, Washington, we are committed to creating a sustainable future for the historic Hanford Site. Our mission is to protect the Columbia River and remediate the Central Plateau by safely managing and reducing some of the most hazardous waste streams and facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex.
We are seeking a Prime Contract Specialist to join our Business Services team—a results-driven, self-motivated, and well-organized professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about making a meaningful impact.
As a Prime Contract Specialist, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions.
- Provide authoritative contract interpretations in coordination with the Legal department.
- Lead and contribute to contract reporting for project management, senior leadership, and DOE clients with accuracy and professionalism.
- Research and advise on complex contract matters, including:
- Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
- Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR)
- DOE Orders and Acquisition Guides
- DOE Head of Contracting Activity (HCA) memos
- Contract and Performance-Based Incentive reporting
- Federal contracting precedent and best practices
- Ability to write clear, concise, and persuasive documents (e.g., position papers, proposals, presentations).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong research, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Collaborative mindset with a focus on team success and stakeholder engagement.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze emerging issues and solve problems to meet schedules and deliverable expectations.
- Engage with all levels of management to support contract change, compliance, and risk mitigation.
- Establish strong cross-functional internal and customer relationships to identify and communicate scope changes and their cost/schedule impacts.
- Support the development and review of contract correspondence, modifications, task order proposals, change orders, and equitable adjustment requests. Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency and accountability.
- Assist with post-submittal actions, including RFIs and contract negotiations.
- Interface with Contracting Officers, CORs, and other government representatives.
- Monitor and support field teams to ensure timely delivery of contract commitments and submittals.
- Lead and support process improvements in collaboration with team members and other departments, including project controls, finance, risk management, and project/functional areas.
- Contribute to the development and revision of Prime Contract policies and guidance.
- Propose solutions to complex contractual issues and deliver high-quality, actionable results.
- Senior Level Grade 18: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 8 or more years of relevant experience.
- Senior Level Grade 19: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 9 or more years of relevant experience.
- Principal Level Grade 20: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 10 or more years of relevant experience.
Desired Qualifications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
- Understanding of project controls terminology and processes.
- Familiarity with IDIQ and cost-reimbursement contracting.
- Experience in contract reporting and compliance oversight.
In accordance with the CPCCo salary determination process, CPCCo takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities, and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. CPCCo will not solicit salary history for candidates.
Expected annualized pay range based on full time schedule (40 hours per week):
2026 Salary Ranges:
- Senior Level Grade 18: $94,750 - $151,800
- Senior Level Grade 19: $104,200 - $166,650
- Principal Level Grade 20: $114,700 - $183,450
CPCCo's generous benefits package offers medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) employer match and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please see https://cpcco.hanford.gov/page.cfm/CareersandBenefits
A few benefits/perks you can anticipate, depending on the nature of your employment with CPCCo, include the following:
- A casual-dress work environment, where jeans are a regular thing.
- A standard 4-10's work schedule that allows for long weekends and recharging on the Columbia River, on a golf course, at 200 surrounding wineries, or at other Pacific Northwest destinations where fishing, hunting, snowboarding, hiking, and other outdoor sporting opportunities are in abundance.
Relocation Funding Provided No
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Clearance Required No
Job Classification Exempt
Shift Work Required No
CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and abides by federal, state, and local statutory requirements, including CFR 41 60-1.4 - Equal Opportunity , CFR 41 60-300.5 - Veterans , CFR 41 60-741.5 - Disabilities , and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 .
CPCCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants and prohibits discrimination without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, pregnancy status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and terms of employment.
If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) while applying for a position with CPCCo, please e-mail ^CPCCo_EEO . Note: Please do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.
If you have any difficulties while applying for a position, please send an email to ^CPCCo Human Resources.
Applicants And Employees Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws And Are Protected Under Federal Law Against Discrimination. To View Information Regarding These Rights, Please Click On These Links:
- Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
- Pay Transparency Policy Statement
- Family Medical Leave Act
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
- WA State Paid Family Medical Leave
Salary : $94,750 - $166,650