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Contracts Manager-ICL-Open Rank (Mid-Senior Level)

Georgia Tech Research Institute · Atlanta, GA · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time

Overview

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). Founded in 1934, GTRI supports over 2,900 employees across eight laboratories nationwide, conducting over $940 million in research annually for government and industry.

Project/Unit Description

The Information and Communications Laboratory (ICL), Communications Systems and Spectrum Division (CSSD), seeks a Contracts Manager to support National Security projects. The Division develops innovative solutions in adaptive communications, spectrum sensing, EW systems, and next-gen cellular networks using advanced DSP, communications, AI/ML, and other technologies. The ideal candidate will have experience in Federal Government contracting and will collaborate closely with sponsors to manage research projects effectively.

Job Purpose

The Contracts Manager oversees multiple research projects and external sponsors. They support all aspects of contract vehicles, coordinate with sponsors, and assist Principal Investigators (PIs) in monitoring and controlling project progress. Success is measured by budget compliance, timeliness, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate lab resources, project directors, division chiefs, and support units
  • Provide financial reporting and maintain project schedules for sponsor reporting
  • Coordinate with sponsors on establishing and modifying task orders within contract vehicles
  • Attend sponsor program reviews and track project schedules and budgets
  • Manage operations and administrative tasks on multi-million dollar, complex contract vehicles with potential subcontractors
  • Support program development leads, SPS, OSP, and other support units on large proposals
  • Develop training for lab-level project directors and managers on PM responsibilities

Additional Responsibilities

  • Support PIs in ensuring technical execution aligns with project goals
  • Identify and address roadblocks for the technical team

Required Minimum Qualifications

  • Experience in Government contracting
  • Experience building Performance Work Statements and Statements of work
  • Experience overseeing technical execution to track against program objectives and schedule
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI Clearance
  • MBA or Master's Degree in relevant science, engineering, or technology field

Education and Length of Experience

This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. Final job offer will depend on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook.

U.S. Citizenship Requirements

Due to research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates must be U.S. citizens.

Benefits at GTRI

For comprehensive information on benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, visit: https://benefits.hr.gatech.edu/.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Tech is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. It prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual’s race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions.

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