Contracts Director

Title: Contracts Director

Location: Greater Decatur AL area

Hybrid

Direct Hire

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Act as the main advisor on contractrelated issues to the TSG management team.
• Acquire and maintain expert knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) Supplement DoD and IC supplements and other relevant U.S. and international acquisition regulations.
• Lead and oversee all activities related to Contracts Administration through all procurement lifecycle stages including pricing support proposal preparation negotiations maintenance and closeouts.
• Review proposals to ensure compliance with Government regulations and company best practices and may contribute directly to proposal cost and contract volumes as part of a proposal and capture team.
• Oversee the negotiation of thirdparty agreements (NDAs Teaming Agreements Consulting Agreements JV Agreements) and collaborate with senior management or Legal to secure favorable terms in line with company policy.
• Monitor performance across a diverse contract portfolio to manage performance cost and schedule risks.
• Provide advice on contract terms and conditions including intellectual property data rights deliverable obligations and risk reduction strategies during program execution to contract staff program managers and leadership.
• Possess extensive experience with various government contract types (e.g. FFP CPFF T&M) and a strong understanding of contract financing and billing forecasts.
• Apply FAR/DFAR clauses to government contracts Bill of Materials Statements of Work NonDisclosure Agreements Teaming Agreements Subcontracts and DOD requirements.
• Ensure that contractual documents meet customer specifications and comply with Company policies and relevant laws and regulations.
• Research compliance issues and relevant regulations and laws to provide management with recommendations.
• Serve as the point of contact between the Company and customers to resolve issues and address procurement questions demonstrating strong customer relations and communication skills.
• Verify performance requirements delivery schedules and other contractual obligations for accuracy and adherence to bid specifications or contract terms.
• Support the Subcontracts team by interpreting government Statement of Work and Prime contract terms and conditions including all flowdown requirements.
• Supervise contract staff while fostering a team environment.
• Oversee project setup in Deltek CostPoint.
• Participate in proposal generation submission and contract negotiation.
• Maintain contract files in accordance with organizational procedures.
• Lead the development and optimization of departmental processes procedures and workflows.
• Identify and assist in leading Request for Equitable Adjustment proposals.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree with 15 years of experience in contracts focusing on federal government/military contracting and deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS SCA and DCAA compliance.
• Experience in a Prime Contractor/OEM role.
• Master's degree or law degree preferred.
• Contract Administration certification is a plus.
• Extensive experience interpreting RFP/RFQs and providing input to proposal teams.
• Experience working with DCAA and DCMA auditors.
• Proven track record in leading Contract Negotiations.
• Extensive experience in developing and negotiating thirdparty agreements.
• Strong expertise in identifying and leading REAs.
• Proficiency with Deltek CostPoint (Sales Order Module Project Setup cost tracking reporting).
• Indepth knowledge of standard concepts practices and procedures for all federal government contract types.
• Comprehensive understanding of terms and conditions suitable for various contract types (FFP CPFF CPIF T&M IDIQ etc.) and their proper application.
• Experience in managing and supervising a contracts team.
• Proficiency with SharePoint.
• Familiarity with ITAR and export licensing laws and regulations.
• Must maintain a drugfree workplace and pass postoffer preemployment substance abuse testing.