Contract Services Support Specialist

BB&E is an employee-owned full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

BB&E is currently looking for a Contract Services Support Specialist to provide technical support to the U.S. Army Central (USARCENT) located at Shaw Air Force Base (AFB), SC.  This is a full-time on-site position at Shaw AFB, SC. 

• →Provide contracting support in documenting program files, cost estimating, and facilitating program management reviews
• →Assist in the implementation of actions involving requirements determination, acquisition of equipment and materials, control and accountability of property, equipment, inventory, input, process, and cataloging and storage management
• →Compare quantitative cost and benefit information for alternative solutions for facility projects or requirements through an EA process conforming to the provisions of DA PAM 415-3, Economic Analysis: Description and Methods
• →Perform research of MILSTRIP and commercial logistics requirements
• →Interface with military personnel, DOD Civilians, and Contractor personnel

• U.S. Citizenship and a DoD active secret clearance is required.
• Knowledge and Competencies

• U.S. Army acquisition, contracting, and logistics principles, policies, and procedures.
• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other applicable federal procurement regulations.
• Contract administration principles, contract documentation, and contract file management.
• Cost estimating methodologies, life-cycle cost analysis, and economic analysis techniques.
• Department of the Army Pamphlet (DA PAM) 415-3, Economic Analysis: Description and Methods.
• Military Standard Requisitioning and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP) and military supply chain processes.
• Property accountability, inventory control, cataloging, and warehouse management principles.
• Government equipment and asset management requirements.
• Requirements development and acquisition planning processes.
• Meeting preparation, coordination, and execution
• Proficient with the entire Microsoft Office suite including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook in addition to Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Time management

• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Software: Proficiency using MS Office Suite Applications, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Self-Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomously

The physical demands and work environment will vary based on the position, assigned duties, and work location. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods
• Use computers, telephones, and other office equipment
• Move throughout offices, facilities, and project sites
• Reach, grasp, handle equipment, and operate controls
• Communicate effectively and review documents, equipment, and site conditions
• Lift and carry materials or equipment weighing 10-50 pounds, when required by the assignment
• Stand or walk for extended periods and occasionally climb, kneel, or crouch
• Navigate uneven or rough terrain, when required
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Occasionally enter confined spaces or work at heights, when required
• Wear required personal protective equipment
• Work in environments that may include noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, construction activity, or other site-specific conditions

• Experience: Must have at least ten (10) years of experience in contracting services support work with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least five (5) years of experience in administrative work with an Associate’s Degree.
• At least three (3) years of experience in administrative work with a Bachelor's Degree.

• Education: A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.