Job Information
Vectrus Contracts Manager - Top Secret Clearance in Reston, Virginia
Overview
Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.
We are hiring a great opportunity for a Contracts Manager - Top Secret clearance. This position is full-time and will be based in our Reston, VA office/ The position is required to be onsite three (3) days per week and have the ability for telework arrangements two (2 days) per week.
This position will require U.S. Citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret (TS) clearance.
The Contracts Manager position will be leading the full range of Contract Administration for assigned contracts:
Is the go-to individual to the program team in all contractual activities.
Provides expert knowledge to the team in government regulations and is the initial and primary point of contact for all contractual communications with the customer, e.g. government agencies, DCMA, DCAA and commercial entities.
Under the direction of their supervisor, assists in ensuring contracts are in compliance with contract requirements, corporate policies and directives, legal decisions and opinions, and all FAR and agency specific guidelines. Identifies and resolves complex issues, exercising sound and ethical judgment within broadly defined practices and policies.
Must have experience in preparing and submitting REA’s and Claim’s.
May support proposal efforts to include review of NDA’s, TA’s, intrepretation of the contracts sections of the solicitations, prepartion of the contracts volume and identification of unique terms and risks associated with the proposed effort.
Supports phase-in efforts following contracts award(s).
Responsible for protecting the legal and financial interests of the Corporation during all discussions, negotiations and interaction with customers, clients, etc.
Travel Requirements: Approximately 10% Occasional Travel in the National Capital Region.
Responsibilities
Provides pre and post award administration of a variety of contracts types, including CPAF, FFP, FPAF, T&M, LH, IDIQ, BPA and BOA’s, etc.
Performs external customer liaison activities to include attendance at customer meetings, correspondence, both verbal and written with customer personnel, and leading meetings with internal and external customers.
Makes recommendations to management to execute contractual documents such as modifications, Memorandum of Agreements, Administrative Change Letters, and Letters of Technical Direction. Reviews such contractual documents to identify scope and clause changes, funding or contract value changes, and provides input to support any risk associated with acceptance of modifications.
Supports program teams to prepare and route risk documentation paperwork when contracts have not been finalized or during a funding shortfall while adequately determining and documenting the risk level to the corporation.
Develops and works with internal customers to create and process notification letters to customers involving scope changes, limitation of cost and funds, operational issues, and requests for assistance.
Involved in review of proposal documents in support of government RFPs. Also provides recommendation for changes to proposals and verifies compliance with the government’s request. At times, involved in creation of proposal documentation.
Reviews contracts deliverable requirements provides recommended changes. Submits contracts deliverable requirements to the customer when necessary.
Assists with A/R collections on assigned contracts.
Builds positive relationships with all corporate departments and operational teams by maintaining excellent internal and external customer service standards.
Assists with creation or modification of contractual documents.
Prepares and submits Requests for Equitable Adjustments (REAs) and Claims.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
BS/BA Business or Finance or equivalent related 4 years’ experience
Certifications/Licenses:
Certification(s) (CCCM, CFCM, CPCM, DAWIA) by National Contract Management Association (NCMA) is preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 8+ year's experience related in negotiating, drafting and administering moderately complex government contracts and proposals including CPAF, FFP, FPAF, T&M, LH, IDIQ, BPA and BOA’s.
Experience with Base Operations Support (BOS) contracts is highly desirable.
Shall have a working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations and agency specific supplements.
Understands the accounting system, its policies and procedures.
Travel Requirements:
Approximately 10% Occasional Travel in the National Capital Region.
Skills & Technology Used:
Individual must be self starter with keen sense of detail, and strong organizational and computer skills.
Ability to work under pressure while balancing multiple deadlines.
Strong business acumen and team partnering mentality.
Ability to meet with and work with senior and middle management personnel both internally and externally.
Basic software worksheet techniques. Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and documentation databases.
Strong communication and writing skills.
Strong inter-personal skills in a diverse and potentially geographically dispersed team environment.
Personal computer, printer, copy machine and other general office equipment.
Additional Information:
Please speak with a recruiter for additional information:
Benefits include the following:
Healthcare coverage
Retirement plan
Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
Wellness programs
Paid time off, including holidays
Learning and Development resources
Employee assistance resources
Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.
Security Clearance Requirements: This position will require U.S. Citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret (TS) clearance.
We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.