Contracts Manager - Government & Commercial Contracts

GE Vernova•Findlay Township, PA

1d•$109,800 - $183,000•Remote

About The Position

The Contracts Manager is a subject matter expert providing contract leadership and expertise to commercial and government project teams across the Power Conversion and Storage portfolio. The role also oversees program property management needs and serves as the focal point within the Government projects organization for contract-specific work, including property disposition and closeout, interpretation and negotiation of contract terms and issues, and long-term strategy and planning. The position supports proposals and contract execution, advising project teams on contract terms, compliance, and applicable government regulations. It also manages government property records, audits, inventories, reporting, disposition, and related DCAA/DCMA audits and corrective actions. This is a remote U.S.-based position requiring U.S. citizenship. The role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information; any offer may be contingent on obtaining government authorization for access. GE Vernova does not provide relocation assistance for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 6 years of experience in government and commercial contract formation and execution.
U.S. citizenship; the role is not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship.
Ability to obtain authorization from the U.S. Government to access U.S. export-controlled information, if applicable.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with teams.
Ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve complex contractual issues.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to build relationships with pricing teams, cost contributors, and management.
Ability to manage projects and assignments within tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in commercial terms and conditions, the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), particularly Parts 12 and 15, and the DoD FAR Supplement.
Experience with contract types including Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), and with contract change management.
Experience administering or executing a FAR 52.245-compliant government property management system.
Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate contractual language.
Professional certification from NCMA, NPMA, or a U.S. government contracts organization.
Power industry contracting experience involving direct interaction with commercial and government customers or prime contractors.
Extensive knowledge of contract formation and regulations.
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
High-energy team player.

Responsibilities

Support proposal activities, including analyzing requests for proposals, ensuring contract reviews and compliance matrices are completed, assessing financial and business risks, participating in proposal meetings, and preparing terms, conditions, and assumptions.
Partner with commercial teams and customers to ensure clear understanding of contract terms and applicable regulations before and during contract execution.
Guide project teams during contract execution to ensure compliance with contract terms and relevant government regulations.
Develop solutions to contracting issues and support all phases of the acquisition cycle.
Support sourcing by preparing subcontractor and supplier flow-down packages and managing subcontractors and suppliers during execution.
Ensure FAR, DFARS, DEARS, and other commercial and government flow-down requirements are met in contracts and subcontracts.
Establish and maintain government property records in the property tracking system.
Conduct regular audits of the property management system in accordance with company procedures and government regulations.
Coordinate physical property inventories and reconcile results to ensure compliance with FAR 52.245 and other applicable regulations.
Provide periodic property accountability reports to internal and external customers as required by contract.
Coordinate disposition of property in accordance with contractual requirements and procedures.
Facilitate DCAA/DCMA audits of the property management system and lead corrective actions in response to findings.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Health Coach access and a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching and company retirement contributions.
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
Tuition assistance.
Adoption assistance.
Paid parental leave.
Disability benefits.
Life insurance.
12 paid holidays.
Permissive time off.
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
Professional development opportunities.