Director of Contracts

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of federal government contracts from proposal support through contract closeout.
• Review, negotiate, and administer prime contracts and related contractual agreements.
• Serve as the company's subject matter expert on FAR, DFARS, and federal acquisition regulations.
• Provide contractual guidance and risk assessments to executive leadership and program teams.
• Support proposal development, contract negotiations, modifications, and customer communications.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, company policies, and government regulations.
• Support DCAA, DCMA, and other government audits and reviews.
• Develop and improve contract policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Lead and mentor contracts personnel while promoting a culture of accountability and excellence.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Contracts Management, Finance, Legal Studies, or a related field.
• 7-10 years of progressive government contracts management experience.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and federal contracting regulations.
• Experience with a variety of government contract types, including FFP, Cost-Reimbursement, T&M, IDIQ, GWAC, and GSA Schedule contracts.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.
• CPCM, CFCM, or similar professional certification.
• Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Experience supporting DoD, NASA, DOE, or other federal agencies.
• Huntsville-area government contracting experience.
• Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint.

Pay

Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and professional development opportunities.

Keyword

Contracts, Acquisition, Management, federal government, negotiate, proposal development, compliance