Act as the main advisor on contract-related issues to the TSG management team.
Acquire and maintain expert knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) Supplement, DoD and IC supplements, and other relevant U.S. and international acquisition regulations.
Lead and oversee all activities related to Contracts Administration through all procurement lifecycle stages, including pricing support, proposal preparation, negotiations, maintenance, and closeouts.
Review proposals to ensure compliance with Government regulations and company best practices, and may contribute directly to proposal cost and contract volumes as part of a proposal and capture team.
Oversee the negotiation of third-party agreements (NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Consulting Agreements, JV Agreements) and collaborate with senior management or Legal to secure favorable terms in line with company policy.
Monitor performance across a diverse contract portfolio to manage performance, cost, and schedule risks.
Provide advice on contract terms and conditions, including intellectual property data rights, deliverable obligations, and risk reduction strategies during program execution, to contract staff, program managers, and leadership.
Possess extensive experience with various government contract types (e.g., FFP, CPFF, T&M) and a strong understanding of contract financing and billing forecasts.
Apply FAR/DFAR clauses to government contracts, Bill of Materials, Statements of Work, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Subcontracts, and DOD requirements.
Ensure that contractual documents meet customer specifications and comply with Company policies and relevant laws and regulations.
Research compliance issues and relevant regulations and laws to provide management with recommendations.
Serve as the point of contact between the Company and customers to resolve issues and address procurement questions, demonstrating strong customer relations and communication skills.
Verify performance requirements, delivery schedules, and other contractual obligations for accuracy and adherence to bid specifications or contract terms.
Support the Subcontracts team by interpreting government Statement of Work and Prime contract terms and conditions, including all flow-down requirements.
Supervise contract staff while fostering a team environment.
Oversee project setup in Deltek CostPoint.
Participate in proposal generation, submission, and contract negotiation.
Maintain contract files in accordance with organizational procedures.
Lead the development and optimization of departmental processes, procedures, and workflows.
Identify and assist in leading Request for Equitable Adjustment proposals.
Education And Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree with 15 years of experience in contracts focusing on federal government/military contracting and deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS, SCA, and DCAA compliance.
Experience in a Prime Contractor/OEM role.
Master's degree or law degree preferred.
Contract Administration certification is a plus.
Extensive experience interpreting RFP/RFQs and providing input to proposal teams.
Experience working with DCAA and DCMA auditors.
Proven track record in leading Contract Negotiations.
Extensive experience in developing and negotiating third-party agreements.
Strong expertise in identifying and leading REAs.
Proficiency with Deltek CostPoint (Sales Order Module, Project Setup, cost tracking, reporting).
In-depth knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures for all federal government contract types.
Comprehensive understanding of terms and conditions suitable for various contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, IDIQ, etc.) and their proper application.
Experience in managing and supervising a contracts team.
Proficiency with SharePoint.
Familiarity with ITAR and export licensing laws and regulations.
Must maintain a drug-free workplace and pass post-offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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