Senior Contract Manager

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY Negotiate contracts with customers and execute and comply with all stated contractual and regulatory requirements. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Responsible for contract negotiations and associated change orders, revisions, etc., within set dollar limitations. Acts as Gichner Shelter Systems agent in signing contracts within set dollar limitations. Issues job releases, budgets, and changes as required to the functional areas, which communicate contractual requirements. Protects the organization from assuming program cost and schedule impacts without recourse when such changes are customer driven. Act as a facilitator in internal and external meetings. Responsible for correspondence with the customer regarding all contractual issues and resolving open issues. Responsible for submittal and tracking of contract reports and data items. Directs invoicing of contract data items and milestone billings. Responsible for contract close-out. Initiates warranties and claims investigation. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards. Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors. Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary. Ability to adhere to workplace rules. Must be well versed in government regulations (FAR/DFARS/ITAR), export licenses and associated international issues, contract structure, and preparation of agreements. Will advise contract administrators regarding complex contractual matters and risks and interface with prime contractors/government personnel regularly. Requires strong negotiation, superior interpersonal, and outstanding communication skills. Ability to obtain Secret level clearance required. Active Secret level or higher clearance preferred. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE BA/BS in a business discipline. Advanced degree is preferred. Required: 7+ years of contract experience (10+ years preferred), including negotiation, administration, and compliance with Federal DoD prime/subcontracts in the defense or aerospace industry. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Office environment. Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time. Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones). Ability to lift up to 10 pounds. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Yes, as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr