Contract Assistant Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN (NOW HIRING)

Boston Government Services, LLC. (BGS) is seeking a Lead Project Integrator Contract/Subcontract Administrator IV/V to support our BGS team in Oak Ridge, TN.

BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex commercial projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of project management, procurement, supply chain management, quality, safety, security, nuclear and systems engineering and technical activities. We strive to attract and retain the best talent because it delivers the best results and “Delivery Certainty” for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our expertise and capabilities to provide mission-driven integrated services, systems, and solutions tuned to our clients’ mission needs, challenges, requirements, expected results, and strategic direction.

Work that Matters. People that Matter More. At BGS, we believe meaningful work starts with great people. We foster a culture built on respect, collaboration, and accountability—where employees are empowered to contribute ideas, grow professionally, and make an impact. We care about our employees’ well-being through competitive benefits, clear expectations, and an environment that values both excellence and connection.

If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!

Responsibilities:

• Conducts research to support contract understanding; identify relationships and state general principles of basic contract law, facts and terms; improve FAR/UCC knowledge; or gain technical insight.
• Understand and apply policies, procedures, and other regulatory requirements during the pre-award process, award/contract set-up, and administration of a contract.
• Performs contract setup and administration, in accordance with checklists and policies, in corporate systems, assists in organization and maintenance of contract records and files documenting contract performance and compliance.
• Assist in market research, sole source and source selection documents, Statement of Work (SOW), Statement of Objectives (SOOs), Performance Work Statements (PWS), evaluation criteria, Determination and Findings (D&Fs), Limited Source, and other procurement/contract related actions.
• Assist with justifications and /or other forms of documentation that may need to be submitted to the Director of Contracts or corporate clients relative to subcontract and procurement activities.
• Assist with development of requirement documents with the program offices for requirement validation and clarity, participate in pre-proposal/Pre-bid conferences as necessary and obtain information from technical personnel prior to preparation of the solicitation and during the solicitation phase.
• Prepare draft solicitation documents, Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request for Qualifications (RFQ), Request for Proposals (RFP), and Request for Information (RFI) solicitation documents, using a template or by developing from scratch inclusive of all current and applicable clauses and provisions, etc.
• Analyzes contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions and provide appropriate support for lower tiered subcontracts including flowdown terms and conditions, scope of work requirements, and periods of performance.
• May participate in development of less complex business alliances and partnering agreements including Teaming Agreements and Non-Disclosure Agreements.
• Draft contractual instruments, correspondence, memoranda, and other documentation commensurate with skills.
• Draft simple to moderate contractual instruments, correspondence, memoranda, and other documentation commensurate with skills and Specialist/Managerial oversight.
• Assists mid- to high-level contract professionals in working with internal or external business teams/clients on issues and developments related to assigned contracts.
• Assist Specialists, Managers, and project teams with identification of issues which could become contract changes and change management tracking.
• Ensures contract document reviews, approvals and execution in accordance with corporate and/or business unit guidelines.
• Assists with and/or performs contract reporting functions for compliance with legal, FAR, regulatory, other contract terms and conditions, and corporate policies and procedures.
• May conduct research to support contract audit and or facilitate business unit contracting trends.
• Performs contract closeout activities including Release of Claims, other closeout certifications, and final contract performance reporting.
• May perform these actions related to subcontracts and procurement actions, as needed.

Requirements:

• Associate Degree Required Bachelor’s Degree Preferred.
• Minimum 3 yrs experience.
• Some proficiency in understanding and applying contract policy and practice founded in corporate policy, the Federal Acquisition Regulation and its supplements, Uniform Commercial Code, and other professional publications.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Successful drug screening.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security or clearance badge.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree.

Location/Work Arrangement:

• This position is a fully onsite position at (Oak Ridge); may consider a Remote Work Arrangement with some travel.

Benefits:

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

EEO:

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Exclusive Agreement Disclaimer:

BGS has standing contracts with federal agencies throughout the United States. We require an affirmative exclusive agreement to represent all candidates to our clients. By submitting this application, you are consenting to allow BGS to represent you as a candidate for the role in which you are applying.