Sr. Contracts Manager - UES, a Blue Halo Company

Overview:

BlueHalo is seeking a Contracts Manager to become a part of a diverse corporate contracts team supporting BlueHalo.  The Contracts Manager will provide support through every aspect of the contract lifecycle and act as a valued team member to program management, business development and customers across BlueHalo.  This position will be embedded in a mission focused operations group and responsible for supporting business development and program teams in proposal activity, as well as providing contract management and administrative support for multiple commercial/non-commercial, prime contracts/subcontracts within various divisions. The Contracts Manager must be a team player with the ability to thrive in a cross-functional organization and manage multiple priorities in a fast paced, dynamic environment. 

Responsibilities:

• Perform contract management and administrative duties throughout the contract lifecycle including, but not limited to, proposal review and preparation, leading pre and post award negotiations, executing contract awards, and contract modifications, initiating contract close-outs and providing overall contracts support for complex, multi-year contracts.
• Lead contract negotiations with a variety of customers, including the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and Large Prime Defense Contractors
• Mentor Junior Contracts Professionals.
• Responsible for ensuring that agreements/terms and conditions comply with all applicable regulations and requirements, while also adhering to company policies and protecting company proprietary information.
• Provide guidance and advice to management on contractual rights, obligations and provide contract interpretation of terms and conditions to program management/business leaders identifying risks and providing risk mitigation strategies.
• Proactively engage with program teams and customers to ensure that programs are executing to contract requirements, managing scope, meeting contractual milestones, and mitigating risks throughout contract execution.
• Ensure that terms and conditions comply with all contract requirements, internal policies and all Federal, State and applicable laws.
• Maintain consistent and organized files for all programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the organization, including regular senior management level briefings on key issues.
• Other duties as assigned to include but not limited to corporate data calls and integration activities

Requirements:

• Ten (10) plus years of experience negotiating terms and conditions with the DoD/IC, and Prime contractors.
• Proven Contract Negotiation skills.
• Strong Interpersonal, Written & Verbal Communication Skills.
• Critical Thinker and Decision Maker
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• FAR/DFAR knowledge; working knowledge of US Government acquisition laws and regulations.
• Broad experience with a variety of contract types: firm fixed price level of effort, firm fixed price, cost-type, commercial/non-commercial, production, development, license, non-disclosure and teaming agreements
• Experience supporting proposals to include, but not limited to developing Ground Rules and Assumptions, analyzing risk, assessing Termination Liability Schedules, Milestone Payment Schedules, Terms and Conditions and Reps and Certs
• BS/BA Degree
• Majority of career spent in the DoD/IC customer organizations.
• Experience reviewing proposals and ensuring compliance with the RFP/RFQ’s.
• Experience with all-types of contracts
• Ability to work independently with limited guidance.
• Active TS/SI (FS) Security Clearance

Preferred Education and Experience

• Active TS/SI (FS) Security Clearance
• Federal Contract Manager (CFCM) certified.
• Experience with accounting systems such as Unanet

 

Travel

• Local MD/VA travel to customer or BlueHalo facilities as required.

 

Salary Range: $150k - $175k

 

The BlueHalo pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.

 

Our compensation package also includes components designed to support employees’ total well-being, which should be considered when evaluating our competitive benefits package. These benefits include health insurance, life insurance, disability, company holiday and paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) company match and contributions, professional development/training reimbursements, and other work/life programs.

Clearance Level Required:TS/SCI with PolyEEO Statement:BlueHalo is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to Recruiting@bluehalo.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries.