Amentum Nuclear Projects and Consulting is a Tier 1 service provider to the U.S. Department of Energy, we deliver safe and innovative solutions at complex nuclear cleanup and production sites. Our services include program management, decommissioning, environmental remediation, waste and nuclear material management, nuclear operations, consulting, and engineering and construction.

We are currently executing numerous contracts, delivering work that is critical to our clients’ missions across a wide range of functional areas. We are seeking an action driven and team‑oriented Lead Procurement Specialist with working knowledge of Federal Construction Contracting, Subcontract Administration, and Procurement requirements. In this role, you will primarily support the SFHP Procurement Manager by assisting with day‑to‑day operational oversight and providing guidance and support to the team. This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated group of Contracts and Procurement professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional service to our Government client in the Idaho Falls, ID area.

Responsibilities will include:

• Provide oversight and support for subcontract management and procurement activities across Engineering, Program Management, Procurement, and Construction Management.
• Ensure effective execution of subcontract management and procurement practices from project initiation through closeout.
• Lead and execute work with agility, ensuring all team deliverables are completed on time and to standard.
• Coordinate and prioritize work for the Team to meet deadlines and performance expectations.
• Perform subcontracting or paralegal-type functions in support of Construction, Mechanical Equipment, Excavation, General Services, and related scopes within a Federal Contracting environment.
• Monitor and complete assignments of varying scope and moderate complexity while following established policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.
• Work effectively in a team-oriented environment with shifting priorities, including the ability to work extended hours as needed and approved to support project schedules.
• Understand policies, procedures, and contractual requirements well enough to contribute to document revisions and provide training to team members.
• Serve as the lead for cost-control activities within the Subcontract Management system.
• Manage cradle‑to‑grave procurement administration for federal and/or commercial construction-related procurements, including reviewing requisitions, preparing RFPs, conducting bid evaluations, negotiating terms, preparing purchase orders and subcontracts, and administering complex services subcontracts.
• Support proposal preparation with subcontract cost justification and consent packages to customer.
• Demonstrate a proactive and forward-looking approach to subcontract development and administration.
• Communicate effectively with project teams, clients, and home office management regarding project-related issues.
• Mentor, train, and support team members to improve skills and performance.
• Lead by example, modeling professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.
• Split time between the Idaho Falls office and the project site in Scoville, ID (approximately 50 miles from Idaho Falls), as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related discipline with 5 or more years of relevant experience - OR- 10 years’ relevant experience and High School Diploma/GED in lieu of Bachelor's is acceptable

Management experience

Understanding of different personality types and communication styles for effective presentation, communication, and conflict resolution

Working knowledge and experience soliciting, awarding and administering Contracts and Subcontracts

USA citizenship (dual citizens allowed)

Above average skills for attention to detail and wordsmithing

Above average writing skills need to be logical and succinct

Strong Computer skills: Excel, WORD, Microsoft Outlook email

Performs duties with minimal supervision and resolves issues with direction

Self-motivated to initiate tasks when the need is identified

Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely

Preferred Qualifications

Contracting/Subcontracting responsibilities administering large EPC/ECM projects (>$500 million)

Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) working knowledge and experience

Working knowledge with Commercial procurement guidelines and regulations are a plus

Industrial Construction experience is desired

Experience administering large complex Federal Construction type contracts/subcontracts

Previous experience working closely with legal counsel to bring resolution to issues on contracts/subcontracts experience is a plus

Person already residing a commutable distance from the SFHP project office near Scoville, ID

Essential Functions:

Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of supplies, drawings, etc. Longest distance carried of 50 feet. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be occasional travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, the occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights. At Amentum, we help prepare people for new opportunities and challenges. With positions at every level, openings in multiple disciplines, expertise in a range of markets and offices around the globe, we create an environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive. From our competitive benefits program to our Health and Safety initiative, we believe that you'll find a flourishing career here at Amentum. Project Information: The work location for this position is approximately 55 miles

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.