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Contracts Manager

AFORGE LLC

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Job Requirements

Remote
Clearance Unspecified Polygraph not specified
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$110,000 - $140,000

Job Description

Duties/Responsibilities

Manage Contract Lifecycle start to finish.
Pre-Proposal NDA & Teaming Agreement negotiation with Prime Contractors and Subcontractors.
Proposal support including Contracts Volume, Subcontract Management Plan, Certs & Reps, Data Rights, Subcontractor Solicitation & Evaluation.
Contract Negotiation with the Government, Prime Contractors and Subcontractors as well as development of Negotiation Guidance & Training.
Post-Award development of Prime Contract FAR & DFARS Flowdowns, TINA Certification, Competitive & Single Source Proposal Evaluation & Negotiation of FFP/CPFF/CPAF/CPIF/T&M Subcontracts, Price/Cost Analysis, Notification & Consent, Creation/Revision of Templates and Processes to meet changing Customer and DCMA/DCAA expectations.
Contract and Subcontract Management throughout POP including Compliance Reporting, CDRL/SDRL Management, SAM, Incentive/Award Fee Plan administration, contract modifications, funding & de-obligation, CPARS.
Traditional and Quick Contract Closeout, with both Customers and Subcontractors.
Interpret contractual language, identify risks and provide risk mitigation recommendations to company leadership.

Required Skills/Abilities

Experience with entire contract life-cycle management of US Federal Government contracts and subcontracts.
Experience with the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC), U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), U.S. General Services Administration, (GSA), other government agencies, and Prime Contractors in the aerospace and defense industries.
Experience with FFP/CPFF/CPAF/CPIF/T&M Contracts and Subcontracts, GWAC, and GSA schedule contracts
Experience with FFP/CPFF/CPAF/CPIF/T&M Contracts and Subcontracts.
Demonstrated ability to provide sound interpretation and application of current Federal Government contract and procurement regulations. This includes knowledge of the FAR, DFARS and other Government regulations.

Core Soft Skills

Communication: Crucial for clearly explaining complex contract terms to diverse stakeholders, relaying information between parties, and active listening to gather necessary details.
Organization and time management: Must be able to manage multiple contracts with various deadlines, requiring excellent organizational systems to track everything effectively.
Attention to detail: Meticulousness is vital for spotting errors or ambiguities in contracts that could lead to significant problems later.
Negotiation: Skills in negotiation, diplomacy, and conflict resolution are important for reaching mutually beneficial agreements and securing favorable terms.
Problem-solving: The ability to quickly identify and resolve issues that arise during the life of a contract is a key requirement.
Analytical and critical thinking: Must be able to dissect contract language, assess risks, and think creatively to find solutions to contract-related challenges.
Interpersonal skills: Building strong relationships with internal and external parties is a foundation for successful contract management.
Adaptability: Remain calm under pressure and adapt to new situations or regulations is necessary.
Collaboration: Must work effectively with different teams, to include, but not limited to executive team, business development, legal, teaming partners, project management, and vendors.
Proactiveness: Take initiative to solve problems before escalation.
Must be proficient in SAM.gov, Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD security clearance.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related discipline.
Minimum of 5-10 years of experience managing complex DoD contracts, subcontracts and subcontractors.

Desired Experience/Skills

Advanced Degree.
Certification in Contract Management (CPCM, CFCM, CCCM, DAWIA Professional or FAC-C Professional.)
DoD security clearance.
group id: 91134475

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Clearance Level
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Employer
AFORGE LLC