$118K – $176KSeniorFull Time
REPORTS TO: Director Pricing and Contracts
SUPERVISES: Contract Administrators and other support staff for the program(s), if assigned any.
AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Contracts Manager will have overall responsibility for all aspects of contract administration for assigned program(s) including but not limited to the following:
Overseeing and coordinating day-to-day contract administration activities and specifically for supervising a team of contract administrators, if assigned any, in their performance of assigned duties in support of same.
Drafting contracts, contract modifications, agreements, memorandums of understanding, terms and conditions, and another contract related documents.
Acting as primary liaison and contractual point of contact with government and commercial Customers on formal communications and submittals, and specifically for leading the negotiations for new contracts and contract modifications.
Acting as primary liaison and contractual point of contact for coordination and communication with all departments on contract related issues.
Supporting and providing guidance to Supply Chain Management Department when requested for disputes, negotiations, and other contractual matters concerning subcontracts.
Developing and maintaining clause flow down supplements to the Company’s general terms and conditions for subcontracts and participating in meetings related thereto.
Maintaining contract files (e.g. proposals, contracts, correspondence, modifications).
Maintaining current contract and funding values, reporting those values monthly to the Finance Department, and certifying the accuracy of the values monthly.
Assisting in the management and resolution of accounting issues that have significant implications to contract performance and payment for same (e.g. contract type, cost accounting standards, cost allowability, payment terms, disclosure statements, certifications, audit requests, and retentions);
Supporting as Contracts Lead for new business pursuits and change management activity as follows:
Developing contract strategies;
Reviewing solicitations and change requests;
Identifying risks and opportunities in terms and conditions;
Supporting development and submitting formal change proposals and new bids to ensure they comply with all applicable laws, regulations and other requirements;
Completing representations and certifications as required; and
Reviewing, negotiating, and executing new contracts and contract modifications.
Assisting all departments on issues of contract interpretation.
Leading the effort on matters of contract dispute resolution including protests, claims and lawsuits for disputes between Company and Customer.
Analyzing and interpreting contract requirements, special provisions, and terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and the Company’s practices, policies, procedure and guidelines.
Analyzing new laws, regulations, Presidential proclamations, executive orders, and contract trends for potential impact on current and future contracts.
Assisting in the development of business alliances and partnering agreements when requested.
Functioning as domain expert on selected areas and issues (e.g. FAR/DFARS, REAs, claims, data rights, foreign military sales, and organizational conflict of interest);
Assisting in the identification, development, implementation and maintenance of Contracts Department practices, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Managing a staff of contract administrators, if assigned any, with responsibility for coordinating with the Director of Pricing and Contracts and Human Resources on hiring, firing, monitoring performance, disciplining, conducting and documenting evaluations, goal setting, approving leave, monitoring attendance, upholding high ethical standards, promoting teamwork and maintaining an emphasis on accountability and achieving results.
Mentoring and training support staff, if assigned any, to ensure professional development within the Contracts Department is consistent with the Company’s and employee’s needs and goals.
Maintaining a strong understanding of the Company’s overall business strategy and an appreciation of financial/analytical issues and profit and loss implications for contracting activities.
Support the Estimating Business System initiative in response to RFP or RFQ requirements to ensure adequate supervision and sound proposals, to protect from duplication and omissions, in accordance with DFARS Cost Estimating System Requirements; and
Support other Business Systems initiatives, audits, and demonstrations as requested to ensure compliance.
QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:
College or university degree (associate’s degree or higher) in accounting, finance, business administration, engineering, or a related field and a minimum of ten (10) years of in-depth experience in the ship building and repair industry, with at least five (5) years of relevant experience in federal contracts management or administration; OR in lieu of a degree, at least 15 years of in-depth experience in the ship building and repair industry, with at least ten (10) years of relevant experience in federal contracts management or administration.
An industry-recognized professional certificate in the area of contracts management may also be considered in lieu of a degree.
A minimum of five (5) years’ supervisory experience required along with the ability to multitask, delegate and work quickly under pressure.
Familiar with government systems (CPAR, PIEE, NMD & SPRS)
Must have experience in preparing and submitting notifications of change and requests for equitable adjustments or certified claims.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, negotiating skills and the ability to manage and prioritize tasks using available resources effectively and efficiently.
Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and other agency supplements to the FAR.
Must work with a sense of urgency and have the ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner.
Working with a sense of urgency and possess ability to manage competing priorities from multiple internal or external customers.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and with other functional departments.
Thoroughness and attention to detail is a must.
Flexible and able to deliver results in a fast paced, and high-volume environment.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to train, coach, and mentor team members and ensure retention of talent and experience.
Must be proficient with the use of Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and other generally used business software (e.g. Adobe Acrobat), and possess the ability to learn how to use new software and tools that may be implemented by the Company.
Must be able to participate in, and in many cases, lead a team to meet all commitments within a required deadline, which may at times require working outside of normal business hours or adjusting work schedule.
Must be decisive and action oriented, capable of making sound decisions and executing to a plan.
Ability to travel 10% of work time
LIAISES WITH: All levels of management, including senior leadership and executive leadership, and other departments within the Company, as well as with consultants, outside counsel, teaming partners, customers, auditors, and when requested, with subcontractors.
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:
Must be able to obtain and maintain required Security Clearance.
Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:
18 years of age or older at time of application
Able to provide proof of US Person Status
No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
Willing to submit to a drug screen
Willing to submit to a background check
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, +90dB.
COMPENSATION:
Salary range depends on relevant experience: $117,829.38 - $175,744.39
Equal Employment Commitment
Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.
Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.
