ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - SPECIALIST - CONTRACTS
Company: Southwest Research Institute
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Who We Are:The Contracts Department is responsible for leading
'cradle-to-grave' contract negotiation & administration activities
for SwRI's engineering/technical divisions.Objectives of this
Role:Conduct prompt and thorough reviews of solicitation packages
and contractual documents to identify key requirements, potential
risks, and effectively communicate them to various internal
departments.Ability to work on multiple proposal and project
activities at varying stages, often with short notice and
compressed deadlines, while maintaining a sharp attention and focus
on fine details.Apply creative problem-solving and customer service
skills to effectively present positions to clients and internal
stakeholders.Possess excellent written and verbal communication
skills as well as organizational skills to independently multi-task
in a fast-paced environment as a central member of a
cross-functional team.Exercise sound judgement to effectively
communicate and apply SwRI's established policies and
procedures.Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:Work closely with
SwRI program managers and pricing staff to analyze cost estimates,
develop labor rates, and prepare accurate and compliant cost
proposals.Negotiate contract costs, fees, and terms and conditions
with government agencies and commercial clients.Coordinate with
SwRI Legal and other departments to review contract terms and
conditions.Negotiate contract language consistent with SwRI
practices and positions.Monitor compliance with contractual
obligations and coordinate client inquiries and requests for
information pertaining to proposals or active contracts.Submit
requests for contract amendments and other authorizations as-needed
throughout the life of the contract.Set up projects in SwRI's
internal systems to properly align with contract funding structures
and comply with accounting, invoicing, and reporting
requirements.Requirements:Requires a Bachelors in Business or
related discipline is preferred; other degrees may be considered
with relevant experience.0-5 years years: Professional business
office and customer service experience desired, preferably in a
capacity requiring careful review of moderately complex documents
and numbers.A valid/clear driver's license is
required.PDN-991b2d8b-ea7b-4c81-947c-b27a15d2d542
Keywords: Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio , ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - SPECIALIST - CONTRACTS, Other , San Antonio, Texas
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