Senior Contracts Manager

Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Contracts Manager to oversee all aspects of our organizational contracts. The role involves drafting, negotiating, and executing a wide range of agreements, ensuring strict adherence to legal standards and company policies, managing risk, optimizing financial outcomes, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and vendors. Location In‑office position based in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office. Your Day as a Senior Contracts Manager Serve as a lead resource within the BWXT Advanced Technologies Contracts Management organization and as advisor to company personnel to ensure strategic business and financial objectives. Draft, negotiate, and amend contracts and other agreements, resolving legal and contract‑related issues, supporting proposal efforts, and reviewing risks to achieve desired customer results. Interface with all management levels to ensure corporate policies and contracting guidelines are followed, and that required approvals are attained. Work independently managing daily project compliance to contracting requirements while monitoring and properly resolving any contract issues. Provide support to Business Development throughout the proposal preparation cycle, including reviewing RFPs for risk, cost, and terms, and negotiating mutually acceptable terms with Legal and BD. Maintain an archive of all contracts and modifications. Serve as the primary customer interface for business and contracting matters and maintain good relations with external and internal customers while protecting BWXT Advanced Technologies interests. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with 10+ years of relevant contract experience; OR Master’s degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience in contract administration or management. Direct experience managing U.S. Government contracts and awards. Familiarity with government regulations (e.g., FAR, DEAR, DFAR). Understanding of federal cost principles. Proven experience managing a broad portfolio of contract and agreement types, including Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee (CPFF), Time and Materials (T&M), and Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) vehicles. Experience with all phases of contracting from pre‑solicitation through completion or termination, and contract closeout. Experience with contract change management including directed changes, especially related to FFP contracts. Experience managing complex contract modifications and baseline changes with demonstrated ability to assess scope‑shift impact on schedule and budget. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience working with multiple levels of management and interfacing with high‑level internal and external customers. Ability to recognize contract risks and respond cogently to any complex contract, financial, and business/legal matters. Ability to function with minimum supervision while handling multiple assignments and prioritizing competing responsibilities. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. Preferred Additional Qualifications Experience managing Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) or FAR Part 12 commercial procurements, especially in R&D or prototyping. Experience managing commercial contracts and agreements (Non-U.S. Government) and/or with state and local entities. Professional certification such as CPCM or CFCM. Expertise in synchronizing diverse stakeholder interests—including technical, financial, and legal departments—to ensure contract structures support overall project objectives. Experience mentoring junior contract staff and providing training and guidance to technical team members and other support staff functions such as Finance, HR, Supply Chain. Currently hold an active U.S. Government security clearance. Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans. Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance. Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education. An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations. The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy. Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career. Compensation Base salary range for this position in Virginia (US‑VA) at the start of employment is expected to be between $114,000 and $180,000 per year. Additional Requirements All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre‑employment check and drug screening. The position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter that involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications. EEO Statement BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, #J-18808-Ljbffr