Contract Manager (Mgr Contract Admin 1) 27906

About the role

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Contracts Manager (Level 1) in Springfield, VA, to support the contract administration and business growth of the Warfare Systems Business Group. The ideal candidate is an experienced problem solver with strong skills in contracts management and cost proposal development. This position reports to the WS Contracts Director and supports all aspects of contract administration for the Business Group.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a contractual business advisor to line management (Business Group President, Operations Managers, Program Managers) and functional management (Procurement, Pricing, Finance/Accounting, Costpoint Team, Business Operations, and Project Control) on contractual and proposal matters.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations, including reporting requirements.
• Ensure contracts, proposals, and work products comply with HII policies and Contracts Department processes, and that contract files include appropriate documentation to support compliance.
• Negotiate terms of contract documents, including but not limited to Contracts, Cost Proposals, NDAs, and Teaming Agreements.
• Support proposal development by analyzing Requests for Proposal (RFPs) to determine contractual requirements necessary for a compliant, responsive, and competitive proposal. Follow corporate policies and procedures to obtain proper approvals.
• Become a skilled user of Unison Contract Lifecycle Management software, maintaining cradle-to-grave contract information.
• Communicate effectively within the team, across the company, and with customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 4 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 2 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years relevant progressive experience.
• Top Secret Clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI/Poly.
• Preferred Experience:
• Experience managing contracts, subcontracts, and/or pricing professionals.
• Experience with Firm Fixed Price contract types.
• 10+ years of government contracting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS.
• Experience supporting proposal efforts, including the management of cost narratives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years relevant progressive experience.
• 4 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 2 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field.
• Top Secret Clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI/Poly.
• Preferred Experience:
• Experience managing contracts, subcontracts, and/or pricing professionals.
• Experience with Firm Fixed Price contract types.
• 10+ years of government contracting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS.
• Experience supporting proposal efforts, including the management of cost narratives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Skills

• Contracts management and cost proposal development.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS.
• Proposal development and analysis.
• Effective communication skills.
• Use of Unison Contract Lifecycle Management software.

Benefits

• Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices.
• Wellness resources.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Savings Plan Options (401(k)).
• Financial planning tools.
• Life insurance.
• Employee discounts.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

Pay

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Schedule

Full Time/Salaried/Exempt