Director, Contracts

About the role

UNCOMN is seeking a Director, Contracts to review contract solicitation terms, manage contract award confirmations, interpret agreement terms and conditions and identify potential issues, and review agreement amendments/modifications and incorporate changes.

Responsibilities

• Own the post-award contract lifecycle
• Serve as UNCOMN's principal contracts subject-matter expert on FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and contract-specific requirements
• Identify, assess, and actively manage contractual and business risk
• Ensure disciplined contract administration throughout performance
• Lead the administration and negotiation of routine contract actions
• Partner with program and operational leadership to proactively manage contract changes and performance issues
• Establish and maintain a scalable contracts management framework
• Partner closely with Finance to maintain visibility into contractual financial risk
• Oversee subcontract and supplier contracting from award through closeout
• Serve as a trusted business advisor to leadership on the contract portfolio

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in business administration, law, finance, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience
• Extensive knowledge of contracting life cycle from RFP to closeout
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)
• Exemplifies knowledge of contract law, accounting principles and finance
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of contract/purchase order terms and conditions and detailed knowledge of the government contracting process
• Knowledge of the terms and conditions appropriate for different contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, IDIQ, etc.) and their proper use
• Must be eligible to obtain a security clearance, granted by the U.S. Government, which requires U.S. citizenship

Benefits

• Instant Flexible PTO: Enjoy flexible paid time off starting your very first day with us
• Generous Holidays: Benefit from 7 paid holidays and up to 3 floating holidays annually
• Immediate Health Coverage: Get access to comprehensive health benefits from day one
• 401K Safe Harbor Match: Secure your future with our top-tier 401K matching program
• Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with our training and education assistance programs
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access complimentary support services for you and your family