Sr. Subcontract Administrator - Proposal Specialist

Title :

Sr. Subcontract Administrator - Proposal Specialist

Sr. Subcontracts Administrator Proposal Specialist

This is a hybrid position.

Clear Lake, TX Huntsville, AL Fulton, MD

KBR, Inc. is seeking an experienced Subcontract Administrator Proposal Specialist, Sr. to support the Procurement & Subcontracts team in providing new business capture proposal support within our Science & Space business unit.

What you will do :

As a Subcontract Administrator Proposal Specialist, Sr. with KBR, Inc. Science & Space, you play a critical role in supporting proposal activity that propels the company’s business win strategy.

You will be responsible for a full range of procurement and subcontract activities associated with supporting proposal strategies as determined by Business Development.

Responsibilities :

Strategic and tactical subcontracting activities resulting in timely execution of subcontracts in accordance with business goals and objectives including;

initial proposal support, head start, phase-in after customer award, and execution.

• Works closely with Procurement & Subcontracts leadership to establish strategies in support of Programs, Capture Management, Contracts, Finance, and other functional areas within the business unit.
• Review customer’s Request for Proposal (RFP) for scope and requirements.
• Assess capture strategy and develop request for proposal packages including subcontracts.
• Participate in proposal development team planning color team reviews.
• Perform all tasks associated with acquiring Teammate and Subcontractor proposals including negotiating Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), establish thorough understanding of scope requirements and regulations, qualify subcontractors / suppliers, develop subcontracts incorporating applicable terms and conditions, prepare comprehensive RFP packages, analyze proposals, perform price / cost analysis, and negotiate exceptions.
• Negotiate subcontracts and terms and conditions.
• Leads head starts and pre planning for phase in processes.
• Support post proposal and phase in operations for new customer contract wins.
• Prepare documentation in accordance with established procedures in support of the company’s approved purchasing system.
• Maintain documentation, status, other documents as required in electronic file sharing systems.
• Establishes and maintains effective business relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Execute and administer subcontracts as required.
• Develop standard operating procedures and playbook to document process and makes recommendations for improvements.
• The ideal candidate will have experience leading development of complex subcontracts through closeout.
• Other support as identified.

Required Qualifications :

• A bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Finance or related field
• 5-8 years’ experience in subcontract administration
• Strong knowledge of various contract types with a minimum of 5 years’ experience administering cost type subcontracts including;

CPAF, CPFF and labor including; LH and T&M

• Thorough understanding of subcontracting principals as a government subcontractor
• Knowledge and practical experience with FAR
• 2+ years’ experience supporting customer proposals
• Ability to effectively communicate with Business Development personnel including Capture Managers, Proposal Teams, and Technical Writers, and other functional areas across the business unit
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with organizational, analytical, and project / time management skills
• Experience with Microsoft office suite with proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to work well with a proposal team in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends, as required, to meet proposal schedule and to accommodate meetings across several time zones
• Critical attention to detail

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint
• Working knowledge of Share Point
• Experience using electronic proposal management systems
• Experience developing cost volumes

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.

We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company.

That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and / or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.