Contract Manager

Manages activities associated with contracts from the proposal phase through contract close, including leading contract discussions and negotiations, reviewing contract terms and conditions, communicating contract requirements to the organization, managing contract changes and monitoring performance to meet company objectives and ensure efficient allocation of resources. Provides advisory support to the Director of Contracts as well as Subsidiary Leadership regarding contractual terms and conditions, risk assessments, and contractual interpretation.

Responsibilities

Manages activities associated with contracts from the proposal phase through contract close, including leading contract discussions and negotiations; Reviews contract terms and conditions and communicates contract requirements to the organization; Manages contract changes and monitors performance to meet company objectives and ensure efficient allocation of resources; Provides advisory support to the Director of Contracts and Subsidiary Leadership regarding contractual terms and conditions, risk assessments, and contractual interpretation; Assists the Director of Contracts in the identification and development of strategic plan and objectives; Works with the Director of Contracts to ensure required compliance reporting is prepared and submitted in a timely manner

Requirements

Must have cradle to grave government contracting process knowledge and direct hands-on experience; Must maintain highest level of professionalism, confidence and integrity while directly communicating with internal and external customers; Must have the ability to work well with others; BA/BS Degree in Business or equivalent; 8-10 years direct experience in contract management and administration; Must have extensive knowledge of FAR & DFAR requirements and be skilled at researching and interpreting regulation and legalese; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Excellent ability to work within a team, fostering teamwork and trust with both external and internal customers; Excellent ability to develop and maintain customer relationships based on professionalism, responsiveness, and ethical conduct; Excellent ability to readily manage rapidly shifting work priorities and multiple task assignments; Ability to review, update and implement policy with management approval

Nice to have

Contracts manager certification (CFCM or CPCM) desired; Experience helping a small business transition through growth, necessitating revision of policies and procedures; Willingness to engage with and help solve problems that may not always be directly within traditional contracts responsibilities