Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager

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Job Summary

As a Contracts Manager, you will oversee all contract administration tasks associated with business development and new business pursuits. You will participate in proposal preparation and contract negotiations of government services as either a prime offeror or subcontractor. Additionally, you will serve as the primary point of contact for customers. This position is remote, with a preference for candidates in Fulton, MD; Lexington Park, MD; Houston, TX; or Huntsville, AL areas.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Act as KBR's Contracts Representative regarding contractual requirements.
• Review performance and proposal requirements to ensure contracts are in accordance with legal requirements, customer specifications, and government regulations.
• Lead contract negotiation and administration for all assigned government or commercial proprietary information agreements, teaming agreements, letters of intent, memorandum of understandings, memorandum of agreements.
• Structure contractual terms to reflect business strategy.
• Lead negotiation of complex government prime and/or customer proposals.
• Evaluate and develop alternative solutions to contractual issues.
• Perform contractual risk analysis and risk mitigation.
• Apply advanced knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts in the performance of assigned complex government and/or commercial proposals.
• Interface with internal functions to evaluate contract compliance.
• Guide others to solve complex problems; use sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions.
• Identify/mitigate organizational conflicts of interest (OCI) and draft OCI plans.
• Work independently; with guidance in only the most complex situations.
• Work with government customers, sponsors, external auditors, and KBR senior management tactfully, professionally, and efficiently.
• Maintain current knowledge of and provide guidance on regulations pertinent to government contracting such as CAS, FAR, DFAR, and other relevant regulations.
• Balance multiple priorities and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required Education, Experience, Skills, and Certifications)

• Must be able to pass a U.S. Government background investigation. Due to this, you must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have a Bachelor's Degree and at least 12+ years of experience related to federal government contract management and administration.
• Requires experience working with DFARS, agency regulations, ITAR, and other relevant laws.
• Must have advanced negotiation skills/techniques and experience.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to effectively communicate with personnel at all levels is required.
• Must have strong analytical skills and business acumen to make sound decisions and recommendations.
• Strong commitment to integrity and compliance is required.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience with rate structures and pricing strategies. Experience with IDIQ, T&M, Fixed Price, and Cost Type Contracts is required.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Adobe Acrobat, and SharePoint).

Basic Compensation:

$135K-$165K

The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.