Manager Contracts

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•High Ridge Township, MO

20d

About The Position

The Manager Contracts conducts the preparation, administration, and management of government contracts and agreements with customers, subcontractors, and vendors. The role oversees proposal preparation and negotiation, contract performance and delivery schedules, contract changes, and the full contract lifecycle from need identification through closeout. It provides contractual advice and support to program and operations management, protects company interests and intellectual property, supports business relationships with government and commercial customers, and provides supervision and guidance to assigned staff. The position may also oversee international agreements and develop specialized knowledge in R&D contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, and cost-sharing agreements. The role is with DRS Marlo Coil, a manufacturer of heat transfer, refrigeration, and air handling equipment for industrial, commercial, utility, and marine applications. U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
Seven or more years of progressive experience in government contracts.
U.S. citizenship.
Proven negotiating skills and sound business judgment and discretion.
Comprehensive knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and the government procurement and contracting cycle across major contract types, including FFP, FPI, CPAF, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, BOA, and IDIQ.
Experience managing government contracts.
Detailed knowledge of government intellectual property, software and data rights clauses, and IP marking guidelines.
Detailed knowledge of source selection and evaluation processes, including cost and price analysis.
Knowledge of government property requirements and experience administering government property.
Detailed knowledge of government contract administration, including subcontract flow-downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, closeout, and records retention.
Thorough understanding of drafting, negotiating, and using contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, teaming agreements, and other agreements.
Familiarity with business operations and management functions, including business development, finance/accounting, operations, and information technology.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively at all organizational levels.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
General computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs.

Nice To Haves

Membership in the National Contract Management Association is preferred.
CPCM designation is highly desirable.
Previous management experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare, administer, and manage government contracts.
Negotiate and administer agreements with customers, subcontractors, and vendors, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
Manage, administer, and monitor contract performance requirements and delivery schedules for multiple or complex contracts.
Oversee proposal preparation and contract negotiation; assist with bid strategy, proposals, bid protests, and contract function for program bids.
Review solicitation terms and contract documents; confirm awards, interpret terms and conditions, identify potential issues, review amendments and modifications, and incorporate changes.
Provide contractual advice, guidance, and support to contracts leads and program and operations management.
Mentor, guide, and potentially manage less-experienced contract administrators; supervise assigned staff and ensure timely and proper performance.
Review proposals and contract actions before signature or negotiation to ensure relevant factors and contract risk mitigation information have been considered.
Track contract performance; manage changes, modifications, and requests for equitable adjustment (REAs).
Draft and review NDAs, MOUs, MOAs, teaming agreements, consultant agreements, and other agreements.
Protect company interests and intellectual property during negotiations and document negotiation outcomes.
Develop prime-contract flow-down clause lists for subcontract requests for quote or proposal and, when needed, evaluate subcontractor proposals for completeness and compliance with flow-down requirements.
Provide guidance on contract policies, procedures, business matters, and compliance; liaise with Group and Corporate staff as required.
Develop and maintain business relationships with government, commercial, foreign, and domestic customers alongside senior management.
Administer contract change notices and correspondence concerning performance-period extensions, additional funding, key personnel changes, and cost increases; provide administrative subcontract modifications as required.
Coordinate contract closeouts and handle audits.
Develop specialized knowledge related to R&D contracts, including CRADAs, grants, cooperative agreements, and cost-sharing agreements.
May manage the Business Unit portfolio of international agreements, including consultants, sales representatives, and resellers.
Coordinate across departments to facilitate the contract lifecycle from need identification through drafting, negotiation, execution, performance, completion, and closeout.
Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend DRS’s mission, values, and culture.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company contribution to a health savings account
Telemedicine
Life and disability insurance
Legal insurance
401(k) savings plan
Wellness programs focused on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Career-growth, professional-development, and skill-enhancement programs and activities
Flexible work schedules through a 9/80 program
Competitive vacation
Health and emergency leave
Paid parental leave
Community service hours