What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Administrator position at The Nuclear Company?
The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.
About The Role
The Contract Administrator, Procurement will be responsible for managing the lifecycle of procurement contracts, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives. This role is critical to maintaining contractual integrity, mitigating risk, and enabling timely delivery of goods and services for nuclear deployment projects.
Responsibilities
Contract Administration
The estimated starting salary range for this role is $120,000- $143,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly basis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role.
EEO Statement
The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.
Export Control
Certain positions at The Nuclear Company may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in The Nuclear Company limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
About The Role
The Contract Administrator, Procurement will be responsible for managing the lifecycle of procurement contracts, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives. This role is critical to maintaining contractual integrity, mitigating risk, and enabling timely delivery of goods and services for nuclear deployment projects.
Responsibilities
Contract Administration
- Administer procurement contracts and purchase orders from award through closeout.
- Ensure purchased materials, equipment, and services meet all procurement document requirements.
- Manage contract modifications, change orders, and scope adjustments.
- Track and document contract deliverables, milestones, and compliance requirements.
- Prepare and review procurement documents to ensure technical and quality requirements are clearly defined.
- Verify procurement documents invoke applicable codes, standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements, including 10 CFR Part 21.
- Maintain complete procurement documentation, including specifications, purchase orders, approved changes, waivers, and deviations.
- Ensure full traceability for all procurement activities.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for suppliers on contract-related matters.
- Coordinate with engineering, quality assurance, and project teams to clarify requirements.
- Support supplier onboarding and contract award processes.
- Facilitate resolution of contract disputes and issues.
- Verify procurement, inspection, and test requirements are satisfied before items are placed in service.
- Support quality assurance reviews of procurement documents prior to contract award.
- Ensure contracts include necessary technical and administrative requirements to meet QA program standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3–5 years of contract administration and/or procurement experience.
- Strong understanding of contract terms, conditions, and commercial practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with procurement systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple contracts and priorities simultaneously.
- Experience in construction, engineering, or highly regulated industries (nuclear, energy, aerospace, defense).
- Familiarity with nuclear quality assurance requirements, including 10 CFR Part 50 Appendix B.
- Knowledge of contract administration procedures and dispute resolution techniques.
- Understanding of technical specifications, codes, and industry standards.
- Professional certification such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or similar.
- Competitive compensation packages
- 401k with company match
- Medical, dental, vision plans
- Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
The estimated starting salary range for this role is $120,000- $143,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly basis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role.
EEO Statement
The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.
Export Control
Certain positions at The Nuclear Company may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in The Nuclear Company limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
Salary : $120,000 - $143,000