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Bechtel Corporation

Subcontract Administrator

Bechtel Corporation, Pueblo, Colorado, United States, 81004


Requisition ID: 279366Relocation Authorized: NoneTelework Type: Full-Time Office/ProjectWork Location: Pueblo, COSalary Range: $67,860 - $118,920 (determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant)Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

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Project Overview:

The Pueblo Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (PCAPP) has safely destroyed 2,613 tons of mustard agent in mortar rounds and artillery projectiles stored at the U.S. Army Pueblo Chemical Depot (PCD) approximately 25 miles from Pueblo, Colorado. Neutralization followed by biotreatment was the technology selected by the Department of Defense to destroy the Pueblo chemical weapons stockpile. The completion of this mission has made the world a safer and cleaner place by revolutionizing a first-of-a kind process for chemical weapons destruction. PCAPP completed the operations and munition destruction phase as of June 2023 and has now entered the closure phase.

All employees are subject and agree to random drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment. Must be physically fit and able to work safely at an operating plant. Eligible applicants must be a US Citizen and successfully go through a government screening process

Job Summary:

The Pueblo Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (PCAPP) is looking for a Subcontracts Administrator at the Pueblo, CO location. This position will report to the Subcontracts Manager at the PCAPP project. The Subcontracts Administrator will administer small and moderately complex subcontracts. The chosen candidate maintains a continuing review of the progress of each subcontract and provides management with information regarding any financial, legal or technical difficulties. Additionally, prepares change order and amendments, negotiates with subcontractors and customers to obtain settlement. Reports to and receives operational guidance from a (Sub) Contract Manager or (Sub) Contract Administrators.

This PCAPP position falls under the scope of the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act of 1965 (SCA). The SCA requires PCAPP to provide employees with benefits and wages no less than the amounts the Department of Labor has established for the location and classification in which the employee will be working.#LI-SF1

This is a short-term assignment with a 4-10s schedule. The work hours are from 6:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Thursday, and 6:30 am - 3:00 pm every other Friday.

This position may require additional overtime hours as deemed necessary.

Major Responsibilities:

Level 1

Acts on own initiative on assigned subcontracts of moderate value and complexity for the planning, formation, bid, evaluation, award, administration, and closeout.Analyze the subcontract's general terms and conditions to highlight areas of risk such as ambiguities, conflicts, or deviations from the scope of work.As work proceeds, make recommendations to the Project Subcontracts Manager on the mitigation of these risks; closely monitor and support remedial actions and recommend appropriate tradeoffs.Responsible for the appropriate mechanisms to monitor compliance with subcontract terms and conditions.Responsible for the development and management of a procedure to recognize and identify subcontract claims as they develop and manage the timely resolution under the change's provisions wherever possible, obtaining claims and legal expertise as appropriate.Prepare written negotiating plans and conducts negotiations as required during the evaluation, award, and administration phase, to include the negotiation of post-award changes.Exercises execution authority within signatory authority.Coordinates with designated staff on operational activities affecting contractual rights and obligations, subcontract performance, subcontract administration, and other matters.Maintains relationships with bidders and subcontracts personnel to resolve specific project problems, to be aware of current market conditions, and to inform bidders and subcontractors, when necessary, of the overall project requirements.Administers routine and moderately complex subcontract change through the development of a written negotiation plan and conducting negotiations with subcontractor personnel to arrive at a fair and reasonable settlement.Represents Bechtel in contractual discussions of routine and moderate complexity.Administers information programs to ensure mutual understanding of subcontract terms and conditions.Prepares periodic status reports for management and client personnel.Level 2

Acts on own initiative on assigned subcontracts of increasing value and complexityDevelops and issues subcontracts and services agreements as assignedPrepares bidders' lists and pre-qualifies biddersForms bid request packages and issues bid request packages to approved biddersCoordinates bidders' questions and answers to those questionsReceives bids and evaluates bids commerciallyPrepares Commercial Bid Summary and recommendationsRecommends and secures approvals in accordance with established proceduresPrepares subcontract documents for executionPrepares and organizes assigned meetings, such as pre-bid, bid clarification and pre-award meetings, for the purpose of ensuring complete understanding and agreement between Bechtel, the customer and contractor on all contractual mattersAfter reviewing plan and agenda with supervisor, conducts meeting and prepares and issues meeting notes delineating important statements, required actions and schedulesEducation and Experience Requirements

Level 1

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply and Logistics Management, or similar discipline with 2 years of experience in subcontracts, purchasing, procurement, government property, and/or related experience; ORIn lieu of a degree, 5-6 years of experience in subcontracts, purchasing, procurement, government property, and/or related experienceLevel 2

Requires bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply and Logistics Management, or similar discipline with 2- 5 years of experience in subcontracts, purchasing, procurement, government property, and/or related experience.In lieu of a degree, 6-9 years of experience in subcontracts, purchasing, procurement, government property, and/or related experience.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge of BPS (Bechtel Procurement System )Skilled in working with and communicating effectively both orally and in writing with suppliers and other project functional groups.Basic knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations, and applicable Agency Supplements.Basic understanding of Governmental Contracts and the flow-down of applicable clauses and requirements.Experience within a procurement environmentBasic understanding of the applicable Corporate and global business unit policies and instructions, and Procurement procedures and guidelines that affect the work.Proficient in organizing tasks for completion by an agreed upon deadline.Previous PCAPP project experienceBasic understanding of services being acquiredKnows how to deal professionally with suppliers and project personnelGood knowledge of general business practice, procurement and administrative procedures.

Additional Information:

This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position and is subject to the requirements of the PCAPP Medical Safety Reporting Program. A safety-sensitive position refers to a job role where the employee's performance could significantly impact the safety and well-being of themselves, others, or the environment. Designation as a Safety-Sensitive position is due to one or more of the following criteria:

The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Respond during contingencies, taking urgent or emergency action as necessary to prevent personnel injuries or damage to equipment or the environment. who power our legacy.

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* PCAPP Project Only* "Surety Program Statement" required for all posted positions

This project is subject to the Army Regulations (AR50-6 Chemical Surety) which governs persons performing work under the Unescorted Access Program (UAP). Depending on the work performed and the access granted a government security investigation and other physical requirements such as respirators may be mandated. Eligibility to be placed in a UAP position requires US citizenship.

The following Surety Program marked with an "x" apply to this job:

X None / No Program

This position is designated as a Chemical Duty Position and is subject to the requirements of the Chemical Personnel Reliability Program (CPRP). As a condition of employment, candidates and incumbents must favorably complete a series of screenings included but not limited to: a personnel security investigation, urinalysis testing, medical exam and respiratory screening, and must meet and maintain personnel suitability and reliability requirements established by Army Regulations.

This position is designated as an Unescorted Access Position (UAP). As a condition of employment, candidates and incumbents must favorably complete a series of screenings included but not limited to: a personnel security investigation, urinalysis testing, respiratory screening and must meet and maintain personnel suitability and reliability requirements established by Army Regulations.

*PCAPP Project Only" SCA-covered Occupation codes must include this additional statement:

This PCAPP position falls under the scope of the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act of 1965 (SCA). The SCA requires PCAPP to provide employees with benefits and wages no less than the amounts the Department of Labor has established for the location and classification in which the employee will be working.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to

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