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Contracts Manager - "W-TRS" Orlando, Florida

V2X is a leader in building smart solutions that integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. With over 120 years of mission support experience, we enhance security, streamline logistics, and improve readiness. Our $3.9B company employs 16,000 people globally, working alongside clients to tackle complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

The Contract Manager (CM) position requires a keen collaborator with solid interpersonal and communication skills paired with deep contracting knowledge, proven negotiation techniques and a strong ability to advise program leaders on business-objective decision making and independently representing contracts as part of the program and or pursuit integrated product teams (IPTs).

Overview:

*This position is responsible for cradle-to-grave contract management for assigned programs.

• The CM addresses contractual performance, interprets contractual requirements, evaluates, and provides advice on risk while proposing appropriate mitigation strategies.

*The CM Is the initial point of contact for all contractual communications with the customer, Government agencies, e.g., DCMA, DCAA, and is authorized to obligate the company for matters associated with any assigned contract(s).

*The position manages and administers contracts, task orders, modifications and contractual requirements in accordance with Statements of Work, FAR/DFAR regulations and company policies.

*The CM also collaborates with Business Capture to participate in front-end strategic assessment of business pursuits to include establishment of Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Subcontracting Agreements (V2X as a subcontractor), solicitation analysis, proposal preparation support, color-team reviews, and proposal submittal, in accordance with company policies, procedures, legal requirements and customer instructions/specifications.

*An ideal candidate with optimal experience and skills shall demonstrate experience successfully managing a large, highly complex contracting portfolio with individual contracts valued at greater than $50M and consisting of multiple contract types – FFP, FPLOE, CPIF, Cost-Reimbursable, T&M, CPFF and Award Fee.

*Identifies and resolves complex issues, exercising ethical judgment within broadly defined practices and policies.

*Leads and participates in making decisions related to Contracts and Business Management.

*May manage and administer multiple major contracts/task orders/change orders.

Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

• Manages and Administers assigned contracts and programs and ensures compliance with contract terms, modifications, and letters of technical direction (LOTD). Is a business advisor to the onsite and offsite Program Management team. Responsible for following company policies and procedures and Corporate Contract Management manual. Provides pre and post award administration of a variety of contracts, including CPAF, FFP, CPFF, T&M, LH, etc.

• Manages changes, both cost and no cost, makes appropriate contractual notifications to the customer IAW with contract, and coordinates with program management for technical approach and the Cost Estimator to define cost formulations and summaries, coordinates in developing management review presentations, coordinates final management approval and signature of the offer and timely submits change/REA proposals as necessary.

• Leads coordination of customer negotiations, makes recommendation to management to execute contractual documents

• Responsible for ensuring business systems are timely updated with current contract financial and performance information.

• Manages submission of CDRLs.

• Monitors contract performance to ensure that all contract terms and conditions are met. Assists in responding to customer provided CPAR.

• Periodically briefs company leadership (as required) of unique program requirements

• Advises program team of contractual responsibilities and obligations, ensure compliance with company policies and procedures addressing contractual matters, and interpret contract clauses and statement of work requirements

• Responds to customer inquiries and drafts/archives letters and correspondence to and from the customer addressing contractual performance, contractual deliverables, reports, contract fund status, requests for equitable adjustments and contract claims and the like (not all inclusive).

• May participate in front-end strategic support of business pursuits, color team reviews, proposal preparation, and business decision gating

• Analyzes and approves Estimates at Completion for the contracting function

• Examines, understands and defends in negotiations Labor and Pricing Rates, estimates of material, profit/fee, Other Direct Costs, General and Administrative costs

• Reviews and assesses customer solicitations, perform clause analysis and contract flow down requirements to Supply Chain personnel

• Maintains professional competence by attending specific formal and informal contracts training seminars, company-provided training, and self-sponsored training.

• Performs Job Duties as assigned

  Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Finance and eight years' experience working with U.S. Government Contracts OR Master's Degree and four years’ experience.

• Ability to travel to project locations (up to 20%).

  Required Skills

• Experience with U.S. Government acquisition and related regulations, e.g. FAR, DFARS

• Must possess excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

• Must possess ability to quickly learn and fluently use unique V2X Management Information Systems designed to support daily office activities

• Must have the ability to work within a team and to foster teamwork and trust

• Must be capable of multitasking and handling several assignments concurrently

• Must possess excellent time management and organizational skills

• Ability to prioritize daily actions and handle high volume contracts tasking

• Capable of resolving contractual issues and formulating recommendations/solutions

• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations and DoD FAR Supplement

• Ability to meet with and work with senior and middle management personnel

  Desired Skills:

• Experience with competitive pursuits

• Experience with U.S. Government ITAR/EAR

• Experience with legal principles of contract management

• Ability to identify risk and understand financial implications; strong analytical background

• Experience with contract close-out of both Fixed Price and Cost Reimbursable Contracts

• Experience leading or managing individual contributors

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; travel. Other duties as assigned may require lifting objects.

  Clearance:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain valid Secret Clearance Attainment of either the National Contract Management Association Certified Professional

  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.

V2X is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other’s differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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