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Contracts Specialist Jobs in Pretoria, South Africa at Tetra Tech
Contracts Specialist – Pretoria, South Africa
Tetra Tech is Leading with Science to implement clean energy projects and policies that advance global climate and decarbonization goals. We advise on national energy transition initiatives and structure finance to deploy clean energy solutions. We help create sustainable utilities andmodernpower grids. We promote equality and inclusivity in the global energy sector.
Position Summary
Tetra Tech is looking for a Contracts Specialist to support the implementation of worldwide USAID, MCC, multilateral development bank, and other commercially funded projects in the energy sector. The Contracts Specialist will provide contractual advice to the global project offices and Project Managers, ensure compliance with company and client regulations, policies, and contracts, and prepare procurement documentation. International travel may be required.
Position Responsibilities
Support technical staff and field project offices to determine appropriate acquisition instruments based on project requirements.
Draft and modify purchase orders, subcontracts, and independent consultant agreements.
Under the direction and guidance of the Contracts Manager, draft and review procurement documentation including but not limited to solicitation documents, evaluation memos, negotiation memos, and commercial item determinations.
Draft personnel and salary requests, consents to subcontract, waivers, and other contractual matters.
Perform cost/price analysis of subcontractor bids and proposals.
Ensure project compliance with government contracting requirements such as FAR, AIDAR, as applicable.
Assist with the contract start-up and close-out process.
Monitor upcoming compliance deadlines and submit required contractual reports and documentation.
Collaborate with business services teams (finance, human resources, and business development), field offices, and technical staff to ensure successful implementation of projects.
Continuously identify ways to streamline the procedures and processes of the Contracts department.
Maintain and ensure accuracy of electronic files in line with the company policies and procedures.
Support audits and other related tasks as required.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in international development/studies, business administration or another related field.
Three years of relevant procurement work experience with USAID contracts.
Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations System and AIDAR.
Proven ability to handle multiple tasks in afast-pacedand deadline-oriented environment.
Excellent writing andcommunication skills.
Advanced Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
Excellentproblem-solving, negotiating, andanalytical skills.
Strong organizational skills andattention to detail.
Self-sufficient and able to operate independently.
Able to produce accurate and complete documents in a timely manner.
Excellent listening skills and highly developed sense of responsibility and commitment to customer service.
Preferred but Not Required Qualifications
Fluency in a foreign language.
Prior work experience or knowledge of the Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), and its application to Federal government contracts/subcontracts.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of ou…
Title: Contracts Specialist
Company: Tetra Tech
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Category: Business, Government
