KBR-posted 13 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Hybrid • Chantilly, VA
5,001-10,000 employees

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security. KBR is seeking a Contracts Manager to provide leadership in every aspect of the contract lifecycle and use creative thinking skills to drive solutions that help solve the critical missions we serve. This position will be a valuable business partner and responsible for activities associated with proposal development/submittal and contract management/administration on multiple assigned contracts. The successful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of all contract types and enjoy working in a challenging, fast-paced environment dealing with complex contracting matters. This candidate will work independently with minimal oversight, research compliance issues, interpret regulations, and formulate recommendations, using knowledge of FAR, DFAR and other federal customer regulations. This candidate will also manage a team of contracts managers and act as the primary Contracts leader within their assigned business area. This position will require that the candidate solve problems, develop solutions, engage in customer interface during all phases of contract performance, and assist the sector Vice President in achieving their financial and performance goals and objectives.

  • Participation in advance planning discussions of new business pursuits; assist internal customers in establishing high-level contract strategy and driving implementation of strategic contract opportunities
  • Teaming and non-disclosure agreements
  • Proposal cost volume and pricing development
  • Contract negotiation and contract administration to ensure proper contract attainment and implementation of contract requirements in accordance with company policies
  • Support Subcontracts and Purchasing personnel by providing compliant procurement processes and ensure appropriate flow down provisions are identified; support project accounting functions regarding maintenance of contract files
  • Develop negotiation strategy and lead negotiations on complex contractual issues.
  • Champion contract policy and procedure revision and improvement
  • Analyze significant, and/or unique contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and policies
  • Provide contractual advice and recommendations to identify, mitigate and resolve contractual risk issues
  • Assist during government audits and reviews
  • Project setups and modification entry
  • Mentor and train less experienced professionals
  • TS/SCI Security Clearance
  • 10+ years of experience in Government Contract Management
  • Experience working with FAR, DFARS, Agency regulations, ITAR, etc.
  • Experience in generating and negotiating complex proposals/contracts
  • Experience with T&M, Fixed Price and Cost Type Contracts.
  • Effective Negotiator
  • Team Player with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, or Project)
  • B.S. / B.A.
  • Organized and systematic approach to task management that enables timely closure of actions.
  • Masters preferred
  • Experience with CostPoint
  • Experience with rate structures and pricing strategies
  • 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.
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