Senior Contracts Manager

 

POSITION SUMMARY

 

The Senior Manager, Contracts performs duties encompassing the full spectrum of cradle-to-grave contract management, from proposal support, through contract performance, and close-out with responsibility across all facets of contract management, and may include Subcontract Management activities. This role acts as an expert in the technical and legal aspects of government contract administration, using this knowledge to build strategic partnerships across the business for compliant program management and operational success.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Ensures proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with Company policies, legal requirements and customer specifications.
• Oversees the contract administration of assigned programs and in conjunction with Program Management and ensures that the technical solutions and schedules are implemented in a timely manner.
• Develops, implements, and reviews contracting plans for pre-award, post-award and price analysis.
• Partners closely with Program Management, Operations, Finance, Human Resources and other functional areas to ensure contract terms are understood, honored and optimized.  
• Prepares directly or leads development of various detailed contract and compliance documentation in coordination with Program Managers.
• Monitors compliance on all contract requirements and performance of contracted parties.
• Establishes and maintains excellent customer relations, both externally and internally.
• Assists in acquisition and contract strategy planning.
• Participate in weekly team meetings and monthly program status reviews and coordinate with other departments to resolve outstanding conflicts.
• Disseminates information throughout the Company regarding contract status, modifications, deviations, negotiation and termination.
• Inspects, verifies, edits, analyzes and prioritizes contract data in contract files.
• Coordinates the contract close out process.
• Assist in the development of contract administration procedures.
• Schedules and documents site visits and end of contract reports.
• Arbitrates claims or complaints occurring in performance of contracts.
• Coordinates and attends as needed, negotiation and contract dispute meetings.
• Compiles and analyzes data and maintains historical information data files.
• Prepare representations and certifications on behalf of Company.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Law, Contracts, Purchasing or other related field required. Advanced degree (JD, MBA or equivalent), preferred.
• 8-12 + years of technical and/or professional experience in government contract administration, contract management, procurement, or contracting required.
• Ability obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced dynamic and fluid environment is required.
• Experience managing and mentoring junior personnel.
• Superior problem solving, organizational and time management skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment and display professionalism.
• The confidence and abilities to prepare and engage in oral and visual presentations to management, executive board and other contracting officers.
• Demonstrated skill in maintaining contract files, the administration of contract modifications and the development of cost proposals
•  Extensive experience with government (FAD/DFARS) and commercial contracting environments.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office required.
• Costpoint proficiency preferred.
• Effective written and oral communication skills with all levels of the organization. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities to completion.
• Experience in executing procurement activities consistent with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirem