Contracts Director

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Falls Church (VA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks a Sector Contracts Director to lead a diverse contracts team across multiple civilian agencies. You will negotiate terms, assess risk, and ensure compliance with FAR and agency supplements while guiding strategy for critical IT and health services programs.

The role requires strong leadership, federal contracting expertise, and the ability to scale teams across dispersed locations. Hybrid onsite in Falls Church, VA with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 14+ years contracts administration if no degree
• 10+ years of related contracts administration experience; 5+ years federal contracts experience
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication; advanced analytical and negotiation abilities
• Proven experience leading diverse geographic teams and mitigating contract risks
• Advanced knowledge of FAR and customer agency supplements
• Experience negotiating contract terms across various contract types

Responsibilities

• Oversee contracts administration staff for the civilian agency portfolio
• Ensure internal contractual compliance with terms and objectives
• Provide counsel on contracts and acquisition requirements to leadership
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing; review documents for legal sufficiency
• Coordinate with internal departments on contract questions and issues
• Review proposals for submission, including pricing and risk assessments
• Develop staff growth, succession planning and training programs
• Foster continuous improvement and collaboration in contract management
• Engage agency executives to build relationships
• Review and negotiate pre-award and post-award agreements
• Interpret work requirements and obligations; advise on implementation
• Stay current with procurement rules and practices
• Participate in special projects as required

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

FAR knowledge

Contract types

Government contracts

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

SharePoint Online

Oracle E-Business Suite

AI tools

Job description

GDIT’s Federal Civilian division is seeking a Sector Contracts Lead who will oversee a portfolio of civilian agencies, including the Department of State, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), U.S. Courts, Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and other financial agencies, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and Department of Justice, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and Office of Justice Programs (OJP), with oversight of various types of U.S. Government contracts primarily within the areas of Information Technology (IT) and Health Systems Services and Solutions and Professional Services.

The leader of this group must have a proven ability to lead a diverse organization of professionals and possess extensive federal contracts management experience to include negotiation of terms and conditions, and identification and mitigation of contractual risk. This role serves as a key strategic partner to the Sector leadership team, driving business growth and ensuring compliance across critical Sector contracts and will report to GDIT’s Vice President of Federal Civilian Contracts. The Director leads contract professionals supporting Sector portfolios and ensures compliance with applicable agency procurement rules, federal contracting requirements, and internal policies. They will have the opportunity to shape contracts strategy and lead a team driving mission-critical programs for critical federal customers.

HOW A CONTRACTS DIRECTOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Directly and through subordinate managers, oversees the work of the contracts administration staff supporting the civilian agency portfolio.
• Ensures internal contractual compliance with relevant terms and conditions and compliance with designated management objectives.
• Provides advice, counsel and interpretation of contracts and acquisition requirements to various leaders on a daily basis.
• Negotiates contracts, including price, terms, and conditions, and reviews subsequent contractual documents for legal sufficiency prior to execution.
• Serves as point of contact with internal departments concerning specific contract questions, issues, and problems related to Sector contracts.
• Reviews requests for proposals and participates in proposal color reviews to include providing input on pricing and scheduling strategies, coordination of requirements and proposal risk assessments.
• Develops and implements strategies for staff growth and professional development, including succession planning, mentoring, and training programs to build a high-performing contracts team.
• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration, ensuring team members are equipped to manage complex contracts and adapt to evolving federal acquisition requirements.
• Engages agency contracting executive counterparts to develop and cultivate relationships.
• Reviews and approves solicited and unsolicited proposals for submission to customers.
• Reviews and negotiates various types of pre-award and post-award agreements.
• Interprets contractual work requirements and obligations.
• Makes recommendations regarding contracts implementation.
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant contractual procedures and practices.
• Participates in special projects as required.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree. In lieu of degree, 14+ years of related contracts administration experience required. 5+ years of federal contracts experience.
• Experience: 10+ years of related contracts administration experience. 5+ years of federal contracts experience.
• Role requirements
  • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, as well as advanced analytical, critical thinking, and negotiation abilities
  • Must demonstrate proven experience leading successful disparate geographic teams
  • Experience in identifying risks in terms & conditions and facilitating the mitigation of those risks
  • Highly experienced with various contract types
  • Proven experience in building and scaling contracts teams, including hiring, coaching, and performance management across geographically dispersed locations
  • Advanced Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and customer agency supplements
  • Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience negotiating contract terms
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint). Familiarity with Salesforce, Microsoft SharePoint Online, Oracle E-Business Suite, and AI tools are a plus.
• Location: This will be a hybrid position working in our GDIT facility in Falls Church, VA. Must be comfortable working onsite (3) days a week and traveling to meetings as needed.
• US Persons required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

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• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

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