ABOUT YOU
Are you passionate about delivering scalable solutions and experiences aligned with business strategies, and ready to join an inclusive work environment committed to excellence, to precision, to constant improvement, to new ideas, and to delivering value? If the answer is “Yes!”, then we have an exciting opportunity for you, with a preference for candidates located near North Little Rock, AR.
We are actively seeking a seasoned Subcontractor Administration Specialist with defense industrial base experience to bolster our team. The ideal candidate will bring robust experience in procuring services and supplies for project work within the federal sector, with a preference for those knowledgeable in environmental engineering services. Proficiency in navigating the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and other agency-specific acquisition regulations is paramount. This role involves spearheading the procurement/vendor process, ensuring adherence to all applicable regulatory frameworks, and facilitating the delivery of exceptional services to our clientele.
Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.
We have over 135 Global offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and has 3,000+ employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Our Mission is: To help protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us, and is supported by our Principles: We Value Our People, We Value Our Community, We Value Our Clients, We Value Our Shareholders. We care for the well-being of our people and offer:
Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges
An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $100,000 - $120,000 commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
401k with a competitive 4% employer match
Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
Access to a student loan planning tool to optimize your student loan payoff plans and compare student loan rates with lenders.
Key Responsibilities:
Craft and execute procurement strategies tailored for environmental engineering services and subcontractor support within the federal defense industrial base domain.
Conduct comprehensive market analysis to pinpoint prospective supply vendors and subcontractors.
In-depth knowledge of government contracting policies, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS).
Collaborate with Project managers to garner competitive bids on project work from subcontractors based on specified project scope.
Assess proposals, engage in negotiations, and provide well-informed recommendations for sub-contract awards.
Develop and promulgate comprehensive federal purchasing policies to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
Design and document standardized desktop procedures for federal procurement to improve process consistency and accuracy.
Oversee subcontractor performance, ensuring strict compliance with contract terms and conditions.
Foster close collaboration with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with project imperatives and goals. Maintain meticulous records of procurement transactions and associated documentation.
Collaborating with Operations, Legal, production and quality teams to understand their requirements, align strategies, and support timely project delivery.
Assist with contract negotiations, review and manage supplier contracts, and assist with enforcing compliance to secure favorable terms and mitigate potential short and long-term risks.
Continuously monitor market trends, engage in price negotiations, and implement cost-savings initiatives without compromising efficiencies, quality or delivery timelines.
NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility, listed in the A Day in the Life section above, satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, experience, skills, and/or attributes required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities.
Minimum of 6 years of demonstrated experience in procurement, emphasizing environmental engineering services and subcontractor support.
Thorough familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and pertinent procurement protocols.
Exceptional negotiation acumen coupled with the ability to cultivate enduring vendor/supplier relationships.
Superlative written and verbal communication proficiencies. Exemplary attention to detail complemented by robust organizational and analytical capabilities.
Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure environments while effectively managing multiple priorities.
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline with 10 years of experience.
Master’s degree program in Environmental Engineering, Business Administration, or a closely aligned field with 8 years of experience.
Professional certifications in procurement or project management (e.g., CSCP, PMP). Previous hands-on experience with federal government contracts.
Advance knowledge in sourcing and vendor management best practices.
MAKE THE MOVE
We, Montrose, are an environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements. Montrose Environmental Group has over 90 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and over 3,500 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.
We are going to be blunt – the way we work may not suit everyone. Montrose is a fast-paced, dynamic, and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues from Montrose and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match made in heaven.
Want to know more about Montrose? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!
Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.
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