Contracts Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the entire contract management process, including RFP/RFQ reviews, proposal preparation and submission, contract negotiation, and contract administration through to close-out.
• Serve as the lead contracts administrator for the respective federal market contract portfolio, ensuring meticulous management and strategic oversight.
• Review and recommend contract terms and conditions to guarantee compliance with company policies, government specifications, and requirements.
• Provide expert advice to technical and program personnel on contractual rights, obligations, and best practices.
• Utilize experience in identifying, mitigating, and resolving program risks and issues to ensure proactive management and strategic resolution.
• Participate actively in program management review meetings, debriefs, and kickoff meetings, ensuring contractual aspects are aligned with program objectives.
• Navigate and utilize federal government submission portals proficiently, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
• Contribute to proposal color team reviews, providing critical insights and recommendations to enhance proposal quality and competitiveness.
• Enforce compliance with all government regulations, corporate policies, and procedures, maintaining legal and ethical standards in all contractual activities.
• Conduct and facilitate training sessions on contract terms, FAR compliance, and contract procedures, empowering team members and stakeholders.
• Play a significant role in recommending and preparing new or revised policies, SOPs, and efficiencies related to proposals and contracts administration.
• Collaborate across multiple business functions, ensuring cohesive and integrated contract management.
• Apply experience with Federal contracts and GSA Schedules to diversify and strengthen the company's contract portfolio.
• Successfully navigate and interpret complex FAR requirements in the context of government contracts.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in government contracts.
• Demonstrated proficiency in contract law, with a proven successful contract management track record.
• Significant experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and administration, underpinned by a keen attention to detail and precision.
• Exceptional communication skills, adept at liaising with a diverse range of stakeholders and presenting complex contractual information in a clear, accessible manner.
• A visionary leader with a talent for thinking outside the box, taking the initiative, and driving positive change.
• In-depth knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other relevant federal procurement regulations.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally and build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• PREFERRED: Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) certificate issued by the National Contract Management Association (NCMA).
• Practical experience with contract management systems or software, especially familiarity with Unanet, to enhance contract administration and project lifecycle management.