Fall 2022 Internship Contract Administrator I/II NWG 1573C

Location: Knoxville, TN
Title: Fall 2022 Paid Internship - Contracts Administrator
Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time
Travel Required: 0 - 25%
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

North Wind Group companies (North Wind) are small business leaders in the environmental, engineering, construction, and technical consulting industries. Our wide-ranging capabilities allow us to self-perform nearly all aspects of any given work scope, providing our customers with significant cost savings. North Wind Group is a government contracting holding entity that includes 16 subsidiary companies: General Nuclear Operations, North Wind Construction Services, North Wind Dynamics, North Wind Environmental Consulting Services, North Wind General Contractors, North Wind, Inc., North Wind Infrastructure & Technology, North Wind Portage, North Wind Resource Consulting, North Wind Services, North Wind Site Services, North Wind Solutions, Portsmouth Mission Alliance, Silver Mountain Construction, Weldin Construction, and LBYD Engineers, Inc. The North Wind companies share the same proven corporate infrastructure that has been in place for more than 20 years. This group of companies provides significant flexibility and diversity, enabling us to effectively meet and exceed customer requirements and expectations.

Candidates must be able to meet the standards required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance

Summary of Duties

• Reviews solicitations for proposals, bids, and contract modifications.
• Analyzes contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, corporate policies and business unit procedure.
• Drafts and negotiates simple contractual instruments commensurate with skills and grade level.
• Communicates contract policy and practice to internal business teams.
• Ensures contract review, approval and execution in accordance with corporate and/or business unit guidelines.
• Prepares and administers routine correspondence, negotiation memoranda, and contract documentation to ensure timely and coordinated submittal.
• Prepares, organizes and maintains contract records and files documenting contract performance and compliance.
• May conduct research to support contract audit and or facilitate business unit contracting trends.
• Performs contract closeout activities. Assists mid- to high-level contract professionals in working with internal or external business teams on issues and developments relative to assigned contracts.

Required Skills

• Some college with field courses (accounting, marketing, finance, etc.)
• Some experience in contract administration, subcontract administration and/or procurement with an emphasis in a government arena.
• Advanced user in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access)
• Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to deal with multiple priorities/tasks.
• Must be able to work with unexpected changes in priorities and deadlines.
• Time management and prioritization skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong and effective oral communication, writing, and computer skills are essential.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Desirable Skills

• Working knowledge of contracting concepts (types, terms & requirements), Federal Acquisition Regulations and the Uniform Commercial Code.
• Understanding of, and experience with the Federal procurement process and regulations (e.g. FAR).
• Increasing knowledge of law, negotiations, accounting or cost engineering gained through education or experience.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline 1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.