Job Description Summary

The Government Contracts and Compliance People Leader will be responsible for leading, developing, and motivating the government contracts and government business COE team. This role requires a deep understanding of government contracting regulations, compliance requirements, and people management principles. The ideal candidate will foster a culture of excellence, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive team performance to achieve organizational goals.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing government contracts team.
• Conduct performance evaluations, set goals, and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure the team’s adherence to all federal, state, and local government contracting regulations and compliance requirements.
• Stay current with changes in government contracting laws and regulations and implement necessary changes within the team.

Strategic Planning:

• Develop and execute strategic plans to enhance the team’s efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to streamline operations.

Policy Development:

• Create and maintain policies and procedures that ensure compliance with government contracts.
• Develop training programs to educate team members on compliance requirements and best practices.

Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for government agencies, clients, and internal stakeholders on contracts and compliance matters.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure successful contract execution and compliance.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks associated with government contracts and develop mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare and present regular reports on team performance, compliance status, and strategic initiatives to senior management.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all contracts and compliance-related activities.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Public Administration, or a related field and a minimum of 9 years of experience in government contracts and compliance or

• Master's Degree in Business, Law, Public Administration, or a related field and a minimum of 7 years of related professional work experience.
• Proven experience managing a team in a fast-paced, regulatory environment.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and other relevant government contracting laws (DEAR, CFR, DFARS)
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Attributes:

• High ethical standards and commitment to compliance.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience working with regulatory and governmental agencies.
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Department of Energy supplemental regulations (DEARS) and 2 CFR 200.
• Exhibits behaviors in line with strong Nuclear Safety Culture (i.e., respectful work environment / environment for raising concerns).
• Assesses potential impacts of regulatory landscape on business and customers.
• U.S. Federal Regulatory Experience is highly preferred.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills including facilitation.
• Ability to work effectively with senior executives.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Clear, credible communicator on technical issues.
• Strong program / project management skills.
• PC proficiency

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation