Contracts Director

OSC Global

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Director of Contracts will be responsible for full cycle contract process and development from inception to termination. This role will manage and oversee all aspects of company contracts and subcontracts development, review and negotiation, directly with the government, teaming partners, subcontractors and prime partners. The Director of Contracts will ensure contract compliance and participate in all company activities related to solicitation responses, requests for contract reviews, program reviews, contract award kickoffs and oversight of transition activities.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of all stages of the contracts lifecycle: capture support, RFP analysis, negotiation, award, administration, modification, change control, closeout and de-obligation.
Advanced knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (“DFAR”), Cost Accounting Standards (“CAS”); and, related federal and state legislation and regulations
Advanced knowledge of FAR Part 44, Contractor Procurement System Review (“CPSR”) requirements/audits/and follow-up ACO surveillance audits; direct and indirect rates; funding de-obligations; novation agreements; release of claims and guaranty agreements; termination liabilities
Advanced understanding government RFPs, RFQ’s and other solicitation and government contract interpretation
Advanced knowledge of contract types and pricing models, equitable adjustments, claims and disputes.
Ability to analyze complex contract terms and conditions.
Ability to manage conflict resolution with professionalism, neutrality, and strategic judgment.
Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and with purpose across all levels of the organization; ability to communicate issues, concerns and progress updates.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively, while maintaining attention to detail.
Good interpersonal skills: ability to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff, affiliated-company employees as well as outside business associates; exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others.
Superior organizational, follow-up, and detail-oriented skills.
Ability to maintain accurate, well‑organized, and confidential records in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Work independently, as well as on a team and with minimal supervision.
Make decisions, solve problems and exercise excellent judgment.
Work well under pressure and independently prioritize workload, while working on multiple projects.
Ability to research, organize and analyze technical information with particular attention to accuracy and detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; including thorough knowledge of proper grammar, advanced vocabulary, spelling, editing and proofreading skills.
Proficient use of contact management software, Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and industry-standard computer software and databases.
High degree of sensitivity regarding confidential information.
Sufficient fine motor skills for the use of computers, calculators with an ability to withstand repetitive keyboarding for extended periods of time.
Visual and communications ability adequate to perform the essential functions of the job.
Ability to kneel, bend and twist at the waist on an occasional basis.
Ability to reach below shoulder height with regular frequency (desk position) and at or above shoulder height on occasion.
Ability to push, pull, carry and lift objects weighing up to 10 pounds on a regular basis, and greater weights on an occasional basis.
Ability to travel by vehicle or aircraft, and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
10 or more years of experience as a Contracts Manager in a federal contracting environment
Demonstrated experience with FAR, FAR Part 44, DFAR, CAS, CPSR and ACO.
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
Must be U.S. citizen
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check
Ability to obtain government clearance

Responsibilities

Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on all matters of a contractual nature, including information being requested and presented to governmental agencies and customers, conducting risk assessments and making recommendations to Executive Management with respect to new contracts, subcontracts, modifications and change orders.
Provide management, oversight, guidance and direction with respect to the negotiation and administration of all contracts and subcontracts (IDIQ, FFP, T&M and/or L-h, Cost-type and Letter Contracts), teaming agreements and nondisclosure agreements.
Direct the issuance and implementation of all policies, procedures, methods of operating practices and functional performance standards to facilitate effective implementation with program objectives and requirements.
Manage and oversee activities directly related to procurement activities supporting company prime contracts and subcontracts, focusing on improving the company’s overall bottom-line and strategic business performance.
Establish and facilitate Program Performance Reviews.
Review all initial contract award and initiate Contract Kickoff and Transition meetings involving all stakeholders across the company, as well as subcontractor kickoff activities and tasks.
Participate in and develop business strategies in coordination with Operations, Legal, Finance, Risk Management and Business Development departments and functions.
Ensure adequacy of all Contracts and Subcontracts, analysis of unique requirements, assessment of risks and performing cost and price analysis, when required.
Interface directly with company officers and functional departments to resolve and mitigate contract issues and concerns; work with other business units to manage disputes or other requirements.
Develop and negotiate various agreements with strategic partners, (i.e. Non-disclosure and Teaming Agreements), second-tier subcontractors, team members, etc.
Provide leadership in the negotiation of all contracts and subcontracts and provide advice to the leadership team on the acceptability of contractual terms and conditions and deviations.
Effectively lead contract activities with extensive knowledge of contract management systems, record retention and disposition procedures with specialized experience in Federal Government contract closeout procedures that includes all activities and procedures required to closeout all completed government and civilian agency contracts; coordinate all closeout actions in accordance with the FAR and closely with finance and accounting teams for de-obligation and closeout activities.
Develop, execute and maintain internal standard operating procedures for the Contracts Department.
Oversee administration of contracts under the Davis Bacon Act, and the Service Contract Act.
Serve as a liaison for the organization and, when needed, work with outside counsel with respect to legal activity or transactions the company leadership requests, particularly related to the FAR.
Collaborate with the accounting staff and leadership to interface with DCAA / DCMA with regard to audits of our existing contract(s).
Create Small Business Subcontracting Plans and submits the required bi-annual eSAR reports.
Assist in the structuring and strategy of all subcontracts and strategic procurement business relationships by assuring compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
Evaluate subcontractor proposals for compliance and risks to the solicitation, ensuring all aspects to requirements are considered from pricing or cost to include the management volume.
Interface with the proposal team (senior managers, technical leads, contracts and finance) to ensure proposal costing follows all Cost Accounting Standards and procedures.
Ensure compliance with government contracting requirements, FAR, AMS, DCAA, other applicable regulatory bodies and policies / regulations, and contract finance requirements, and identify corporate solutions to meet compliance.
Coordinate with Program Managers to provide guidance on contractual requirements and ensure contract requirements are fulfilled.
Monitor and review solicitations, RFPs/RFIs, screen and qualify opportunities, lead and support the development of proposals through its various phases, color review teams and submittal of proposal.
Perform other tasks as required.