Sr Contract Manager

Copy this youtube Link to watch the Position Review: The Contract Manager is responsible for managing the full life cycle of government and defense-related contracts in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and company policy. This role is accountable for the to ensure and support proposal development, ensuring contractual compliance, managing contract modifications, and liaises between legal, finance, and program teams to ensure successful contract execution. The Contract Administrator contributes to risk mitigation, ensures contractual obligations are met, and plays a key role in audits and contract closeouts. As a trust-based organization, this position is accountable for training other stakeholders (internal or external) about industry best practices as well as organization specific best practices. This is a publicly facing position that requires strong public speaking ability as well as teaching/instruction capability/desire. General Qualifications DoD/Contract Specialist experience highly desired.
Strong understanding of the DoD contract/acquisition processes, particularly from a small business perspective
Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, and federal procurement practices
Experience in the DoD sole source process, justification and approval procedures, legal reviews
Exceptional attention to detail, with strong analytical and organizational skills
Effective written and verbal communication for interfacing with internal and external stakeholders
Teaching/Training ability/experience (we are looking for someone who is/seeks to be a thought leader in the field not just good at their job)
Ability to work in a high-security or classified environment if/when needed
U.S. citizenship required; existing clearance may be preferred for certain contracts Education
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Government Contracts, Finance, or related field Desired
Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or Government Contracting Certification(s)
Required:
Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM)
Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM)
DAWIA Level III (Contracting)
FAC-C Key Deliverables General Contract Management
Consultant Agreement
Contractor Team Arrangement (CTA)
Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
Service Contract Management
Contract Data Requirements List
OCI Mitigation Plan
Service Contract Modification
Sub-Contract Knowledge Knowledge of federal procurement regulations and procedures
Knowledge of life cycle contract management in a defense environment
Knowledge of cost reimbursement, T&M, and firm fixed price contract types
Knowledge of contract law and government audit processes
Knowledge of export control and cybersecurity clauses (e.g., ITAR, DFARS 7012) Skills Skilled in interpreting and applying FAR, DFARS, and agency supplements
Skilled in reviewing and negotiating contract terms and conditions
Skilled in preparing cost proposals and pricing narratives
Skilled in communicating contract risks and obligations to stakeholders
Skilled in using contract management and ERP systems