Job Duties/Scope Of Work
WORK SAFE, MAKE A DIFFERENCE, AND BE A PART OF HISTORY WITH THE CPCCo CONSTRUCTION SERVICES CONTRACTS TEAM!
At Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo), located in Richland, Washington, we are working to provide a sustainable future for the historic Hanford area through the protection of the Columbia River and the remediation of the Central Plateau. To achieve our mission, we need exceptionally talented, innovative, and driven people to help us reduce risks on the Hanford Site by removing some of the most hazardous waste streams and facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex. If you would like to work with a highly skilled workforce to achieve unique and challenging goals that critically impact our environment and community, this is your chance to be a part of our legacy!
The Construction Services team is seeking a dynamic professional who is willing to support the team and take an active part in making them successful.
A day in the life of a Contract Specialist may involve, but not limited to the following:
- Responsible for the development, preparation, formulation and administration of subcontract procurements from pre-planning through closeout for CPCCo.
- Perform routine procurement functions, which include but are not limited to, developing and issuing solicitations, evaluating proposals/bids, negotiating, source selection, price analysis, award, expediting and administration and closeout for fixed priced, time and material, and cost type contract actions.
- Perform evaluation of Requests for Equitable Adjustments.
- Prepare electronic documentation in accordance with the CPCCo Business Process Guides, policies and procedures and other procurement system requirements and performance objectives commensurate with the scope and nature of the work to include complex cost type contracts.
- Works to established policies and procedures for procurement.
- Perform administration of the procurement actions following commitment involving routine monetary expenditure or risk.
- Develop and administer Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contracts.
- Participate in planning and coordinating associated with pre-procurement activities.
- Demonstrate an aptitude and understanding necessary for the performance of procurement functions.
- Participate in available training to enhance work skills and capabilities.
- May participate in the development of procurement tools and providing feedback for the revision/updates to CPCCo Business Process Guides.
Basic Qualifications
- Career Level Grade 16: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 5 or more years of relevant experience
- Career Level Grade 17: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 6 or more years of relevant experience
The higher posted level has greater scope, complexity, authority, impact. The level offered to the selected candidate will be based on the needs of the company and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience.
Desired Qualifications
- Familiar with supply-chain management activities relating to construction services and fabrication contracts.
- Experience with routine tasks involving the formation of contracts and purchase orders, solicitations and administration.
- Experience with Requests for Equitable Adjustments.
- Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, to provide support to internal and external clients.
- Knowledge of procurement systems and processes.
Compensation & Benefits
In accordance with the CPCCo salary determination process, CPCCo takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities, and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. CPCCo will not solicit salary history for candidates.
Expected annualized pay range based on full time schedule (40 hours per week):
2025 Salary Range:
- Career Level Grade 16: $81,500 - $122,550
- Career Level Grade 17: $84,350- $134,700
Effective 1/1/2026 Salary Range:
- Career Level Grade 16: $81,500 - $125,250
- Career Level Grade 17: $86,200- $137,650
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay awards.
CPCCo's generous benefits package offers medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) employer match and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please see https://cpcco.hanford.gov/page.cfm/CareersandBenefits
A few benefits/perks you can anticipate, depending on the nature of your employment with CPCCo, include the following:
- A casual-dress work environment, where jeans are a regular thing.
- A standard 4-10's work schedule that allows for long weekends and recharging on the Columbia River, on a golf course, at 200+ surrounding wineries, or at other Pacific Northwest destinations where fishing, hunting, snowboarding, hiking, and other outdoor sporting opportunities are in abundance.
CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Relocation Funding Provided No
U.S. Citizenship Required Yes
Clearance Required No
Job Classification Exempt
Shift Work Required No
CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and abides by federal, state, and local statutory requirements, including CFR 41 60-1.4 - Equal Opportunity , CFR 41 60-300.5 - Veterans , CFR 41 60-741.5 - Disabilities , and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 .
CPCCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants and prohibits discrimination without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, pregnancy status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and terms of employment.
If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) while applying for a position with CPCCo, please e-mail ^CPCCo_EEO . Note: Please do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.
If you have any difficulties while applying for a position, please send an email to ^CPCCo Human Resources.
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