Contract Manager

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Richmond, VA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Virginia Energy’s Procurement Team seeks a qualified professional to provide advanced leadership and oversight of the agency’s procurement and contracting activities, with a primary emphasis on procurements supported by federal grants, cooperative agreements, and federal pass‑through funding. The position ensures full compliance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), the Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM), and 2 CFR 200. The selected candidate will exercise independent judgment in procurement planning, contract development, compliance interpretation, and program administration. This role serves as the agency’s subject matter expert on federal procurement requirements and grant‑funded purchasing, supervises procurement staff, advises internal stakeholders, manages complex procurements, and ensures transparency, integrity, and audit readiness across all procurement operations. Virginia Energy’s mission is to lead the Commonwealth to a safe, reliable and responsible energy future with greater emphasis on renewable energy programs and economic development, as well as implement the Virginia’s Energy Plan to ensure the Commonwealth has abundant, reliable, affordable and clean energy. Come be a part of an agency that makes a difference. We have offices in Big Stone Gap, Charlottesville, and Richmond, Virginia.

Requirements

Must possess Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) certification
Comprehensive knowledge of the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), APSPM, and state procurement regulations.
Knowledge of contract law, contract administration principles, and risk management.
Knowledge of 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance) and federal procurement standards.
Knowledge of federal grant requirements, cost principles, and audit expectations.
Knowledge of required federal contract clauses, certifications, and flow down provisions.
Knowledge of documentation standards for federally funded procurements.
Understanding of sourcing strategies, competitive negotiation, and supplier management.
Knowledge of eVA procurement system functionality and reporting tools.
Familiarity with state budgeting, finance, and compliance requirements.
Skill in drafting federally compliant contracts, including complex terms and conditions.
Skill in developing solicitations for federally funded procurements (IFBs, RFPs, RFQs).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Skill in negotiation, conflict resolution, and vendor performance management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex requirements clearly.
Skill in training, coaching, and developing staff.
Proficiency in eVA, Microsoft Office Suite, and procurement-related systems.

Nice To Haves

Ability to interpret and apply procurement laws, regulations, and policies to complex scenarios.
Ability to manage multiple high priority procurements simultaneously.
Ability to lead teams, supervise staff, and foster a collaborative work environment.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain high ethical standards.
Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements.
Ability to collaborate effectively with grant managers, program staff, and external partners.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced leadership and oversight of the agency’s procurement and contracting activities, with a primary emphasis on procurements supported by federal grants, cooperative agreements, and federal pass‑through funding.
Ensure full compliance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA), the Agency Procurement and Surplus Property Manual (APSPM), and 2 CFR 200.
Exercise independent judgment in procurement planning, contract development, compliance interpretation, and program administration.
Serve as the agency’s subject matter expert on federal procurement requirements and grant‑funded purchasing.
Supervise procurement staff.
Advise internal stakeholders.
Manage complex procurements.
Ensure transparency, integrity, and audit readiness across all procurement operations.

Benefits

Confirmation of receipt when application and/or résumé is submitted successfully.
Applications and résumés accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only.
Financial disclosure under the State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act required annually.
Comprehensive background check required.
Selected candidates must successfully pass a drug test, reference, driving, and criminal background check.
No visa sponsorship offered.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form.
Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice.
Prohibits discrimination on basis of sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability in the recruitment, selection and hiring of our workforce.
Certified V3 organization, honors the Commonwealth’s veterans hiring preference.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other National Service Alumni are also encouraged to apply.
Reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or any part of the remaining hiring process.