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ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - SPECIALIST - ContractsSouthwest Research Institute - Fulltime • San Antonio, TX, United States
ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - SPECIALIST - Contracts

ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - SPECIALIST - Contracts

Southwest Research Institute - Fulltime • San Antonio, TX, United States
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Contracts Specialist

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.
  • 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 degree in Business or related degree field may be considered with relevant contracts experience.
  • 0-5 years years: Professional business office and customer service experience. A capacity to conduct thorough review of moderately complex documents and numbers.
  • Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to independently multi-task.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.
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