Contract Administrator I/II

Responsibilities

• Here is a brief summary of what one would expect to be generally responsible for in these roles.
• CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR I:
• Negotiate and administer standard subawards, routine subcontracts, pricing agreements, purchase orders, hotel agreements, and other contractual instruments in support of UCAR activities.
• Determine proper contract methodology and reviews and analyzes terms and conditions and negotiates changes or modifications, where appropriate to purchasing related awards.
• Review prime agreements in preparation for the issuance of standard subawards, routine subcontracts, equipment leases, hotel agreements, blanket orders, requests for information (RFI), requests for quotes (RFQ), and requests for proposals (RFP).
• Investigate/determine supply sources to meet lab/program requirements, collects bids and compiles evaluation results including performing price/cost analysis using a number of variables and techniques and completes Justification of Award documentation.
• Conduct debriefings with unsuccessful bidders ( may negotiate price and delivery with suppliers, and perform competitive range evaluations to determine competitiveness ).
• Perform other duties as assigned, including participation in lab/program planning meetings, conducting training, acting as Contracts' year-end coordinator on a rotating basis, providing audit support throughout the year, and serving on committees and working groups as needed.
• CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR II:
• Review, draft, negotiate, and administer contracts, purchase orders, grants, cooperative agreements, and multiple types of zero funded agreements which are directly or indirectly related to funding, and other contractual instruments with domestic and foreign sponsors in support of UCAR activities.
• Review and analyze terms and conditions and negotiates changes or modifications, including the composition of alternate language and new provisions, where appropriate.
• Review contracts and agreements for export, liability and risk, intellectual property, legal sufficiency, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and UCAR policies.
• Advise internal program managers, general counsel, and risk management staff on contractually related issues.
• Provide guidance to UCAR personnel, including upper management, of risk associated with contract acceptances.
• Draft terms and conditions for new agreements that are consistent with UCAR policies and federal regulations.
• Serve as a UCAR liaison with lab/program personnel for sponsor funded activities.
• Work closely with entity budget and planning offices, UCAR's Office of General Counsel, and budget and finance personnel for the coordination of all incoming funds.
• Serve as a UCAR representative for communication with fund source providers to pro

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Additional Information

Visa Sponsored Job: No Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Job Location: Boulder, Colorado Position Type: Full time, Regular Compensation Range: Hiring Salary Range: $62,375 - $77,968 (Contract Administrator I) OR $77,486 - $96,860 (Contract Administrator II) *Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, and skills relevant to the role.* Job Description Summary UCAR is excited to announce the job opening for either a Contract Administrator I or II. Candidates will be evaluated and considered for the level that best matches their educational background and professional experience. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR I: Responsible for the preparation, review, negotiation and administration of subawards, subcontracts, purchase orders, and other contractual instruments in support of UCAR activities. Works closely with legal, financial, budget, and lab/program professionals and subcontractor and supplier representatives to resolve issues related to purchasing activities. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR II: Responsible for the preparation, review, negotiation and administration of grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, purchase orders, and other contractual instruments for the financial/programmatic support of UCAR activities. Serves as a liaison with outside agencies, other funding sources, as well as with internal management, corporate attorneys, and other UCAR personnel. Manages multiple corporate reporting requirements associated with all federal and non-federal awards requiring interpretation of Office of Management and Budget Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), Federal Acquisition Regulations, and other agency guidance. Works closely with contract, financial, budget, and lab/program professionals to resolve issues related to agreement provisions. Job Description Application Deadline: This position will be posted until 11:59 pm MDT on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 . Required application materials: (preferably in PDF Format) Resume Questionnaire (embedded in the application) Background Checks: Conducted for candidates selected for hire. Learn more . Work Location: Regardless of flexible work arrangements, UCAR requires ALL positions to be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories.

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