Contracts Advisor

Oceaneering; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oceaneering is seeking a Contracts Analyst III to join our Contracts Department. You may mentor peers while supporting proposals, managing contracts and agreements, and ensuring compliance with U.S. Government contracting requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 7+ years of contracting experience, and familiarity with FAR Part 15 and DFARS. Strong writing, negotiation, and analytical skills are essential, and eligibility for a Top Secret clearance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible contracting experience.
• Experience contracting with the U.S. Government as prime and subcontractor.
• Expertise in FAR Part 15 and cost-reimbursable contracts.
• Familiarity with the FAR system and government regulations.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial and government contract terms.
• Strong synthesis, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and lead within the Contracts Department on proposals and agreements.
• Shape contract strategies and prepare compliant, competitive proposals.
• Advise on contractual rights, obligations, and contract administration.
• Draft, review, revise, and negotiate contracts and related documents.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and audit-ready files.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of FAR updates and DFARS deviations.
• Support learning and development initiatives within the team.

Skills

Proposal support

Contract administration

U.S. Government contracting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

CostPoint

Job description

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.
Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factor.

About the Team

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments – from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers’ challenges – from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

Job Description

As a Contracts Analyst III, you may be an individual contributor and mentor while supporting proposals and managing contracts and agreements. This role resides within the Contracts Department and reports to the Director of Contracts or their delegate.

Responsibilities

• Mentorship & Collaborative Leadership - Foster meaningful peer relationships by sharing knowledge and guiding colleagues through proposals, contracts, and agreements - especially those aligned with U.S. Government requirements, research contractual topics and policy updates, and serve as a reliable resource for answering questions and providing clarity to peers as needed.

Proposal Support: Work closely with colleagues in other departments to shape contract strategies for new opportunities and prepare compliant and competitive proposals. Strategize and plan for negotiations in concert with the team.

Contract Administration: Advise colleagues on OTECH’s contractual rights and obligations, as well as those of the customer, to enable the team to make fully informed decisions about contract execution. Ensure contracts are actively administered including managing constructive changes, submitting requests for equitable adjustments and ensuring all obligations are met by the parties.

Writing & Negotiating Contractual Documentation: Support the drafting, review, analysis, revision, negotiation, and summarization of a variety of contractual documents—including correspondence, contracts, Statements of Work, terms and conditions, NDAs, Teaming Agreements, OTAs, and other essential documentation. Contribute to achieving favorable contractual outcomes while ensuring alignment with applicable policies and stakeholder direction.

Ensure Compliance with Changing Regulations and Processes: Support compliance with changing regulations and processes by staying up-to-date on Revolutionary FAR Overhaul updates and DFARS Deviations. Maintain contemporaneous, audit-ready contract files and documentation.

Learning & Development: Actively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the Contracts Department by pursuing training opportunities, stretch assignments, and sharing key takeaways from real-world experiences with your peers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university
• 7(+) years of progressively responsible contracting experience
• Experience contracting with the U.S. Government as both a prime contractor and a subcontractor and under a variety of contract types (CPFF, CPIF, FFP, etc.) and for both supplies and services

Expertise in administering government contracts with emphasis on FAR Part 15 contracts and cost-reimbursable contracts

Familiarity with the FAR system and government regulations

Experience in drafting, revising, and negotiating commercial and government contract terms and conditions, ensuring alignment with company guidelines and industry standards, while also balancing management's strategic goals with the customer's desired outcomes.

Professional competencies including a strong ability to synthesize and analyze complex information and communicate it clearly and succinctly; problem solving, technical writing , relationship management, collaboration, and efficient time management and prioritization

• Ability and willingness to obtain and/or maintain Top Secret security clearance

Qualifications – Desired

Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM) from National Contract Management Association (NCMA) (or similar)

Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software (preferably CostPoint) and leveraging software for contract management

Current, active Top Secret security clearance

• We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.