Bachelor's degree in Business, Contracts, Finance/Accounting, Law, or related field.
At least 15 years of progressive experience in contracts with Federal exposure.
Preferred experience with DOW contracting and products businesses.
Familiarity with DCAA and DCMA methods, especially indirect cost structures.
Certifications like NCMA CFCM, CCCM, or CPCM are preferred.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for government and commercial contracting personnel.
Draft and review contracts, subcontracts, and third-party agreements.
Monitor contract deliverables and initiate modifications as necessary.
Administer a diverse portfolio of contract types including FFP, CPFF, T&M & IDIQ.
Support divisions in proposal development, focusing on cost and pricing aspects.
Lead contract closeout processes and ensure compliance with all requirements.
Oversee accounts receivable functions and ensure accurate customer invoicing.
Benefits
Subsidized healthcare for employees.
401K plan available.
Range of other employee benefits offered.
Full Job Description
Contracts Manager Location: Konterra/Beltsville, MD Type: Full Time Min. Experience: Senior Level: Salary Range: $140,000-160,000 USD per year
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Contract Management
Serve as primary POC for contracting personnel in Government, non-Government customers, and other external stakeholders
Review solicitations, identify requirements, risks, and compliance obligations
Prepare responses to reps, certs, and other conditions
Draft, review and execute subcontracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, etc. as applicable
Monitor contract funding, deliverables, and POPs; initiate modifications as needed.
Administer the company's portfolio of contracts (FFP, CPFF, T&M & IDIQ types)
Maintain accurate contract files in accordance with CPSR and company standards
Prepare for and participate in Federal contract compliance audits (DCAA, DCMA)
Manage all contract cradle to grave processes, ensuring all deliverables and financial obligations are met
Archive contract documentation per company policy and regulatory requirements
Bid and Proposal
Support all operating divisions in proposal development, with emphasis on cost and pricing aspects
Organize and schedule efforts for complex responses, including T&Cs, compliance matrices, risk assessments, etc.
Financial & General Management
Perform or direct customer invoicing on monthly or billing-event basis
Contribute to revenue and cost recognition decisions for financial reporting
Participate in regular reviews and analysis of financial results
Lead and manage a small Contracts staff
Collaborate closely with divisional operating management and with other corporate management. No Contracts Dept "silo"
Participate with executive management in resource planning, risk assessments and workforce compliance for all contract requirements
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Bachelor's degree. Business, Contracts, Finance/Accounting, Law or related
Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in contracts work with direct Federal contracting exposure
DOW contracting experience required
Basic understanding of financial and cost accounting
Some experience in a commercial products/manufacturing environment a plus
Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, SBA rules, and other applicable Federal contracting regulations
Understanding of DCAA and DCMA methods, particularly indirect cost structures
Certifications (preferred): NCMA CFCM, CCCM, or CPCM; DAWIA
Ability to understand manufacturing processes, for pricing and contractual purposes
Manage as required GFE and CAP Property
Proficiency with government contractor management ERP systems and project/financial level modules. Deltek Costpoint or similar ERP system experience required
Willing to work closely with operating management and other corporate functions
Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills
Ability to work well under deadline pressure and handle multiple projects with competing priorities
Candidate must be a US citizen and hold or have the ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance.
