Trace Systems Inc. · 4 days ago
Senior Contracts Manager
Trace Systems Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Manager to join their team, focusing on executing contracts and managing subcontract relationships. The role requires strong business acumen and knowledge of government contracting regulations to support proposals and manage multiple contracts effectively.
Defense & Space
Responsibilities
Negotiate the Company’s contracts and subcontracts, participating in all aspects of the procurement process for services and products in support of business development, negotiation, and administration of contracts and subcontracts for government and commercial programs
Manage and actively participate in the overall contractual support (drafting, issuing, negotiating, and interpreting) of a wide range of contractual documents and agreements (prime contracts, teaming agreements, subcontracts, NDAs, and commercial agreements)
Provide proposal support by reviewing solicitations, identifying risks, and offering proposal support regarding the contractual aspects of the solicitations
Research and interpret government regulations as they apply to the Company’s contracts, advising project managers and other company personnel on contractual obligations, risks, and compliance matters
Support project accounting functions regarding maintenance of contract and subcontractor files
Support ISO 9001/20000/27000 and CMMI annual requirements as needed
Prepare and submit deliverables to contracting offices, customers, and vendor partners as necessary and appropriate
Develop and maintain strong relationships with contracting office personnel and internal stakeholders
Participate in special projects as required, and perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance for future requirements
A minimum of seven (7) years of US Federal Government contract management experience including three (3) to five (5) years of subcontract management
Thorough general functional knowledge across a wide range of sub-disciplines within the individual's specialty area(s) e.g. prime contracts, subcontracts, risk management, contract terms and conditions, contracts management and administration, negotiations, and understanding and utilization of best practices to include source selection and justification
Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS), and other individual agency acquisition regulations
Strong teamwork skills and experience in building strong, positive, and collaborative working relationships with both Government contracting personnel and company program management personnel
Strong communications skills (written and oral)
Self-driven, motivated, and results-oriented. Must be able to work independently on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced team environment
Be a “team player.”
Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for developing documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
Knowledge of monthly, quarterly, and annual contract reporting deliverables (ex. Small Business reporting)
Ability to prioritize requirements and meet deadlines
Bachelor's degree in a business field or related is required
Preferred
A Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) certification or MBA or MS, Contracts is desired