Subcontracts Administrator

Job Description

Westat is an employee-owned corporation providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Westat's research, technical, and administrative staff of more than 2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC.
Westat is committed to building a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equity for all. We believe that our greatest strength draws on the different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences of our employees.

Job Summary
Westat is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Corporate Contracts team. The Subcontracts Administrator is responsible for all phases of subcontract administration including the procurement of supplies and services using procedures outlined in the Federal Acquisitions Regulations, as well as applicable Acquisition Regulations, public laws, and Westat policies. The position reports to a Senior Manager and is ideal for someone with experience working in a Federal Contracts environment.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (1 day per week onsite, flexible hours). Remote work arrangements will also be considered. Westat's headquarters is currently in Rockville, Maryland but will be relocating to Bethesda, Maryland in the fall of 2025.

Job Responsibilities
• Serve as the subcontract point of contact, draft, negotiate, and administer subcontract and vendor agreements.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) or other applicable regulations.
• Perform pre-award reviews of subcontractor documents.
• Perform risk assessments and compliance reviews in collaboration with research staff.
• Maintain, review, and track subcontractor information in company databases.
• Advise staff on appropriate methods of procurement and conduct necessary market analysis.

Basic Qualifications
• Typically requires a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 4 years' experience in a Federal Government contracting and contract management environment or equivalent related work experience.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating a variety of Federal subcontract and procurement agreements.
• Demonstrated experience working with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting HHS and commercial health related subcontract agreements.
• Demonstrated performance in subcontract management and oversight.
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite

Minimum Qualifications
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Collaboration with teams, managers, and/or clients
• Organization skills, including time management ability
• Detail oriented

Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation Leave(15 days per year)
• Sick Leave(10 days per year)
• Holiday Leave(7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• Professional Development
• Health Advocate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account

This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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