Contracts Manager - Government & Commercial Contracts

This role is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) position providing contract leadership and expertise for commercial and government project teams across the Power Conversion and Storage portfolio. The Contract Manager will oversee program property management needs and serve as the focal point within the Government projects organization for contract-specific tasks, including property disposition and closeout, interpretation and negotiation of contract terms, and long-term strategy and planning.

Responsibilities

• Support proposal activities, including analysis of Request for Proposals, ensuring proper contract reviews and compliance matrices are completed before submission, assessing financial and business risks, participating in proposal team meetings, and preparing terms, conditions, and assumptions.
• Partner with commercial teams and customers to ensure a clear understanding of contract terms and regulations before and during contract execution.
• Provide guidance to project teams during contract execution to ensure compliance with contract terms and government regulations.
• Offer innovative problem-solving approaches and develop solutions to contracting issues across all phases of the acquisition cycle.
• Support sourcing with preparation of flow-down packages for sub-contractors/suppliers and manage sub-contractors/suppliers during contract execution.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, DEARS, and other commercial and government flow-down requirements in subcontracts and contracts.
• Establish and maintain records for government property using the property tracking system.
• Perform regular audits of the property management system in accordance with company procedures and government regulations.
• Coordinate physical inventory of property and reconcile results to ensure compliance with FAR 52.245 and other applicable regulations.
• Provide periodic accountability reports to internal and external customers as required (e.g., DD 1662).
• Coordinate disposition of property in accordance with contractual requirements and procedures.
• Facilitate and coordinate DCAA/DCMA audits related to the property management system and champion corrective actions in response to findings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 6 years of experience in government and commercial contract formation and execution.
• U.S. Citizen; this role is not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship.
• Access to U.S. export-controlled information; final offers contingent on obtaining authorization from the U.S. Government.

Qualifications

• Domain expertise with Commercial terms and conditions, UCC, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), with emphasis on Parts 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) and 15 (Contracting by Negotiation), and DoD FAR Supplement.
• Experience with various contract types (e.g., Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF)) and contract change management.
• Experience administering or executing a FAR 52.245 compliant government property management system.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate contractual language.
• Professional certification by NCMA, NPMA, or in U.S. government contracts.
• Power industry contracting experience interfacing directly with commercial and government customers or prime contractors.
• Extensive knowledge of contract formation and regulations.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve complex contractual issues.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to build relationships across teams.
• High-energy team player with the ability to manage projects and assignments within tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
• Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with company matching and retirement contributions, plus access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Tuition assistance and adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave and disability benefits.
• Life insurance and 12 paid holidays.
• Permissive time off.

Pay

For candidates applying to a U.S.-based position, the pay range is between $109,800.00 and $183,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility includes a discretionary annual bonus.

Schedule

This is a remote position.