Contracts Manager - Federal
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Ignite ITGovCon Industry
United StatesFull-TimeManager
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Job Details
- Experience
- 10+ years of experience in Contracts Management, with at least 7 years within the Government Contracting sector
- Required Skills
- Microsoft ExcelPowerPoint
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Management, Legal Studies, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in Contracts Management
- At least 7 years within the Government Contracting sector
- Highly proficient and demonstrated expert knowledge of US Government Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Strong work ethic with a commitment to ensure that all deadlines are met on time and with a high degree of quality
- Good persuasive skills coupled with right demeanor to maintain a positive customer and/or teammate relationship
- Strong understanding of contract law, terms and conditions, and the negotiation process
- Experience in negotiating and managing large-scale contracts with government agencies and prime contractors
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify and address contractual risks
- Ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with contract management software
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
- Provide government contractual expertise and leadership.
- Lead the preparation, negotiation, and administration of all contracts and ensure they meet legal, regulatory, and corporate requirements.
- Build and maintain relationships with the Government Contracting Officer or Prime Contractor.
- Negotiate NDA's and TA's; and conduct OCI screenings.
- Participate in the development and review of proposals.
- Perform risk assessments and recommend mitigation approaches.
- Interpret contract terms and communicate and/or mitigate subsequent issues.
- Monitor contract performance and compliance to ensure deliverables and milestones are met in accordance with contract terms.
- Work independently on larger, moderately complex projects/assignments to include proposals and contract risk reviews.
- Lead contract negotiations with government agencies, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Ensure compliance with Contracts policies and guidelines as well as with US Government laws and regulations.
- Interpret and enforce contract terms and conditions, resolving any issues related to scope, schedule, or cost in coordination with project.
- Identify potential risks associated with contractual rights, obligations, and agreements and work with management to develop strategies to mitigate risks.
- Oversee the close-out process for completed contracts, ensuring all final deliverables, payments, and documentation are completed and filed in accordance with company and contractual requirements.
- Prepare and maintain contract-related documentation and reports, including performance tracking, change orders, and contract modifications.
- Assist in audits and internal/external reviews as required by government or regulatory bodies.
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