Contracts Administrator

Contracts Administrator I
Corporate Office
Fort Walton Beach, Florida

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Contracts Administrator to join our team in on-site in Fort Walton Beach, Florida in support of the contracts department.

Summary

This position is responsible for the administration of contracts and subcontracts. Performs a variety of complex tasks and advises internal departments regarding contract requirements. Position prepares contract documentation and performs contract closeouts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This position includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Examines drafts of contract requirements and delivery schedules to detect ambiguities, inaccurate statements, omissions of essential terms, and conflicts with possible legal prohibitions and discusses discrepancies with the Contracts Director.
• Reviews subcontracts for conformity to Teaming Agreement (TA) requirements and discusses discrepancies with Contracts Director.
• Researches contract issues and monitors contract performance versus contract requirements.
• May review subcontracts, Associate Contractor Agreements (ACAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and Teaming Agreements (TA).
• Maintains and updates contract and contractor status databases.
• Works under the direct supervision of senior contract personnel.
• Assists in the performance of contract close-outs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Communications - Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Government contracting, operations, program management, or industry experience helpful.
• DoD specialized acquisitions experience helpful.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret government contracts, federal clauses, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week and offers a flexible work schedule Monday through Friday during core business hours.

Travel

This position does not require travel.

Security Clearance

This position does not require a clearance

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options
• Pet Insurance

AAP/EEO Statement

HX5 is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

HX5 is a Drug-Free Workplace

Accessibility Notice

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.