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Title JOIN OUR NETWORK - Subcontract Tech Rep

Position Number 40320

Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations

City/State Richland, WA

Location 2435 Stevens Center

Posted 07/08/2025

Closes 10/06/2025

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

This posting is part of our ongoing talent network for future opportunities. We encourage those interested to apply now for early consideration as needs arise.

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.

Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.

H2C is looking for a Subcontract Technical Representative (STR) in the Procurement Integration group within the Procurement department. This individual will comply with H2C policies and procedures and ensure the Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS) principles are incorporated into organization's activities. Using frequent discretion, with a wide latitude of independent judgment, serve as the liaison between the subcontractor, Procurement, and members of the Project Team (e.g., Engineering, Quality Control, Health and Safety) and other organizations to perform assigned duties and responsibilities.

-Review submitted Contract requisitions, Contract Change Requests (CCR), and perform as initial reviewer and approver on routed Contract requisitions and Contract Change Requests (CCR).

-Serve as the primary approver on Contract requisitions, Contract Change Requests (CCR), and invoices.

-Provide guidance on policies and procedures ensuring compliance by subcontractor personnel.

-Provide guidance to less experienced BTR's and STR's regarding proper subcontract management techniques and program administration. Mentor BTR's and STR's in order to build depth in this area within the organization.

-Investigates and resolves varied and highly complex disputes, concerns, and issues that may arise between management, buyers, subcontractors, facility personnel, and the Department of Energy (DOE).

-Lead job walk downs to identify potential work hazards. Identify and clarify subcontractor introduced hazards and become familiar with the job site and surroundings.

-Function as SME and serve as a POC for communications between the subcontractor and H2C for day-to-day technical matters.

-Develop and conduct BTR qualification training and testing.

-Develop implementation strategies and execute the implementation of major subcontracts (typically $10M) and Blanket Master Agreements (BMA's).

-Monitor the progress and expenditures of the subcontract to ensure funding limitations or period of performance are not exceeded.

-Interface with the subcontractor and Finance/Accounting to obtain and document monthly subcontractor accrual information.

-Provide day-to-day technical oversight and administration of subcontracts in accordance with Procurement procedures and BTR qualifications.

-Supports Procurement Specialist with subcontractor negotiations as required.

-Performs invoice reviews to assure pay request are in accordance with contract requirements and that technical reviews are complete and sufficient backup documentation is attached.

-Lead procurement planning discussions relating to acquisition strategy development activities.

-Implement, support, and monitor procurement reporting systems to meet project requirements.

-If required by the Project, become trained and qualified as a Rad Worker, Haz Waste, CHAT-D, FEHIC, Mask fit, Lock and Tag and other training to enter work zones.

-Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Grade 19:

*Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management or related field and;

*Nine (9) years relevant technical, operations or field experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Successfully completes the BTR Qualification within sixty (60) days of hire and maintains qualification accordingly.

Grade 20:

*Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management or related field and;

*Ten (10) years' relevant technical, operations or field experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Successfully completes the BTR Qualification within sixty (60) days of hire and maintains qualification accordingly.

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is significantly larger, and the expected level of performance is greatly increased.

Desired Qualifications

-Extensive to Advanced skills in using MS Excel to include pivot table development, table filters and other data manipulation and formats. Ability to research and pull data to support contract administration and planning.

-Proficient in the use of H2C computer programs such as, but not limited to, Asset Suite, IDMS, PER's, CLTR and TFMSS.

-Extensive understanding or hands-on experience with policies and procedures relating to procurement and subcontract management methods and techniques to include relevant Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR).

-Managerial Experience in the procurement discipline. Technical background in field or design engineering.

-Casual understanding of planning of Capital Line Item Projects in accordance with DOE O 413.3B.

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $117,225

Hiring Range Maximum: $162,688

H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Exempt

Shift Work Required No

This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

+ Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights.pdf)

+ Pay Transparency Policy Statement

+ Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf)

+ Employee Polygraph Protection Act

+ WA State Paid Family Medical Leave (https://paidleave.wa.gov/app/uploads/2021/12/2021.12.Six-things-to-know-about-Paid-Leave.pdf)