Director of Contracts

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as primary POC for contracting personnel in Government, non-Government customers, and other external stakeholders
• Review solicitations, identify requirements, risks, and compliance obligations
• Prepare responses to reps, certs, and other conditions
• Draft, review and execute subcontracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, etc. as applicable
• Maintain accurate contract files in accordance with CPSR and company standards
• Manage contract closeout process, ensuring all deliverables and financial obligations are met
• Archive contract documentation per company policy and regulatory requirements
• Prepare for and participate in Federal contract compliance audits (DCAA, DCMA)
• Support all operating divisions at a detailed level in proposal development, with emphasis on cost and pricing aspects
• Organize and schedule efforts for complex responses, including T&Cs, compliance matrices, risk assessments, etc.
• Perform or direct customer invoicing on monthly or billing-event basis
• Oversee Accounts Receivable function
• Key contributor to revenue and cost recognition decisions for financial reporting
• Participate in regular reviews and analysis of financial results
• Lead and manage a small Contracts staff
• Collaborate closely with divisional operating management and with other corporate management. No Contracts Dept “silo”
• Advise and participate with executive management in resource planning, risk assessments and workforce compliance for all contract requirements

Educational & Experience Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's degree. Business, Contracts, Finance/Accounting, Law or related
• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in contracts work with direct Federal contracting exposure
• DOW contracting experience required
• Solid foundation in financial and cost accounting
• Some experience in a commercial products/manufacturing environment a plus
• Candidate must be a US citizen. No exceptions. Must pass a pre-employment background check. A DCSA-issued security clearance, or the ability to obtain one, is desirable but not essential
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, SBA rules, and other applicable Federal contracting regulations
• Strong understanding of DCAA and DCMA methods, particularly indirect cost structures
• Certifications (preferred): NCMA CFCM, CCCM, or CPCM; DAWIA
• Ability to understand manufacturing processes, and utilize direct and indirect manufacturing cost data and structures for contract purposes
• Manage as required GFE and CAP Property
• Proficiency with government contractor management ERP systems and project/financial level modules. Deltek Costpoint or similar ERP system experience required
• Willing to work closely with operating management and other corporate functions
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work well under deadline pressure