Corporate Contract Manager 3 at NuScale Power

Job description

NOTE: This is a full-time position available for remote work within the contiguous United States if living beyond a 30-mile radius of a physical NuScale office. Otherwise, work must be performed in-office 4 days/week. Regardless of work location, occasional travel may be required for business needs. POSITION SUMMARY : The Corporate Contract Manager provides procurement and contract management support throughout the lifecycle of overhead or technical services contract s , including but not limited to , engineering , design, fabrication, testing , manufacturing, construction , and IT/Software-related contracts in accordance with established policies and procedures . Performs tasks as assigned to include, but not limited to , planning, bidder prequalification, development of bidder lists, development of bid solicitation packages, bid analysis, negotiations, award, administration, change management, and closeout . ESSENTIAL D UTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Drafts, e valuates, n egotiates , and e xecutes contracts, including but not limited to , non-disclosure agreements , s ubcontracts, c onsulting a greements, l icensing a greements, Master Services Agreements, Task Orders , and Purchase Orders supporting the overhead and technical services business unit . Serve s as the single point of contact on contractual matters. Act s as a contractual “liaison” between company employees and suppliers, ensuring timely review and approval / reconciliation of deviations . Provide s redlined recommendations and often negotiate s directly with suppliers’ attorneys or purchasing staff until consensus has been reached . Maintain s contractual records and documentation such as receipt and control of all contract correspondence, supplier contact information, contract changes, status reports , and other documents for all contracts. Provide s guidance on contract matters to project managers or other responsible staff. Monitor s competitive terms. Monitor s satisfaction with our terms and condit ions and contracting practices. Recommend s changes. Produce s and m anage s Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Information (RFI) , and Requests for Quote (RFQ). Interface s with ordering departments to ensure scope and technical requi rements are clearly specified. Facilitate s discussions with ordering departments and suppliers. Coordinate s terms and conditions review with L egal and Finance as necessary to ensure legal and other risks are properly minimized. Ensure s contract close out, extension , or renewal. Perform s other duties as assigned. CORE COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, the individual should demonstrate competencies in performing the essential functions of this position by performing satisfactorily in each of these competencies. Business Acumen: A strategic thinker with good business perspective and an understanding of the company’s business. Able to function comfortably in political interactions. Capable of developing strong interpersonal networks within the organization . Problem solving : Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and reviews information appropriately. Uses own judgment and acts independently; seeks input from other team members as appropriate for c omplex or sensitive situations. Oral/written communication : Listens carefully and speaks clearly and professionally in all situations. Edits work for accuracy and clarity, i s able to create, read , and interpret complex written information. Ability to develop strong interpersonal networks within the organization . Planning/organizing : Prioritizes and plans work activities, organizes personal and project timelines and deadlines, tracks project timelines and deadli nes, and uses time efficiently. Adaptability : Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands , and is able to deal with frequent interruptions, changes, delays, or unexpected events. Dependability : Consistently on time and at work, responds to management exp