Contracts Manager

ARES Corporation; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

ARES Corporation is seeking a Contract Manager with experience in government contracts for a short-term assignment. The selected individual will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of contracts and agreements. This role requires excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills, along with strong planning and organization capabilities.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant experience. ARES offers competitive benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in contracts management.
• Experience in contracting with the U.S. government.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Demonstrated negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing contracts.
• Completing comprehensive reviews of customer contracts.
• Advising and assisting management on contractual matters.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Planning and organization

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ARES is recruiting for a Contract Manager with Government contract experience for a short-term assignment assisting with upcoming contract phase-ins.

The selected individual will be responsible for:

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing a broad range of contracts and agreements
• Completing comprehensive reviews of customer contracts and terms and conditions
• Providing interpretation of contract terms and conditions to management and other functional groups.
• Advising and assisting management on contractual matters including compiling and analyzing data/information; maintaining historical information/files; and task order planning

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of three years of directly relevant experience in a contracts management position.
• Experience in contracting with the U.S. government; experience in aerospace is desired.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Experience with Cost Plus contracts.
• Knowledge of Federal contract formation and proposal preparation.
• Demonstrated negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong planning and organization skills. Proven attention to detail and the ability to spot errors and inconsistencies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work with a team at all levels of an organization, including ability to effectively interact with and engage senior management both internally and externally on key issues during the contract and compliance process.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel.

ARES Benefits:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• ESOP
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).