Contracts Manager 04187 NWG

North Wind Group•Knoxville, TN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

For over 25 years, North Wind Group (North Wind) and its subsidiary companies have been influencing the future of, and aiming to be the nationwide small business leader in, the engineering, environmental, construction, IT/cyber, facility operations, and professional service industries. North Wind allows its employees to develop creative and practical solutions to complex problems, while accomplishing its mission of delivering quality results safely, on time, and on budget, for every project. Our mission is accomplished through forward-thinking, advanced technology services, and our cultivation of a diverse and inclusive workplace. North Wind recognizes our biggest asset is our employees. Our success is a direct result of the hard work, skills, expertise, and unique perspectives and talents that each of our employees bring to North Wind. We are looking for exceptionally talented, motivated, and dynamic individuals to join the North Wind team – not only to support our mission but be an integral part of our continued success. POSITION PURPOSE: The Contracts Manager is responsible for the management and support of a portfolio of prime contracts with federal, non-federal, and/or commercial clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Management, or other relevant major
0-2 years of relevant experience
Ability to draft contractual instruments.
Working knowledge of contracting concepts, Uniform Commercial Code, Federal Acquisition Regulation and its supplements, applicable public contract acquisition law and regulations, and applicable international contract law.
Strong analytical and communication skills.
Good presentation, leadership, and team-building skills.
Use of independent judgment and creativity applied to resolution of contract issues.
Excellent internal and external negotiation skills.
Ability to Obtain Clearance
Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.
Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.

Nice To Haves

NCMA CPCM/CFCM or DAWIA/FAC-C Level I-III, preferred but not required.
MBA or Law degree

Responsibilities

Reviews complex solicitations and prepares specialized and/or non-routine response for proposals, bids, and contract modifications.
May prepare complex requests for proposals.
Analyzes significant, and/or unique contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and corporate policies and business unit procedure.
Provides contractual guidance to business team members for appropriate Statement of Work.
Manages contract change control process including coordinating with other functional departments like Project Controls, Accounting, Subcontracts & Procurement, Operations, and Legal.
Develops negotiation strategy and leads negotiation team on complex contractual issues.
Analyzes new law, regulation, and contract trends for potential impact on business unit goals and objectives.
Functions as domain expert on selected areas and issues.
Provides authoritative guidance to internal business teams on corporate goals and objectives relating to contract activity.
Focal point for all communication with law, finance, and business team disciplines for resolution of contract issues and disputes.
May assist in new business pursuit and associated contract strategy.
Assists in identification, development and implementation of new contract policy and processes.
May participate in development of less complex business alliances and partnering agreements.
Have a general understanding of the business case and an appreciation of financial/analytical issues and profit and loss implications.
May supervise and manage multiple Contract Administrators.
May be assigned additional team responsibilities that support all team members.
May be asked to draft policy or procedure documents and manage those policies or procedures.
May mentor and train less experienced professionals.