Contracts Manager

Hatalom; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatalom Corporation in Orlando, FL is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead prime contracts and related subcontracts. You will drive negotiations with government and industry partners, coordinate with the Business Development team, and prepare contractual documents.

You will work with Project Management to identify risks and ensure compliance with company policies during all contract life cycles. The role involves setting up projects in Costpoint, managing CLINs and funding, and serving as the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), DFAR, CFR and related regulations.
• Knowledge of contract types such as FFP, CPFF, CPAF, CPIF, T&M.
• Ability to prepare, administer a wide range of contractual documents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with customers, coworkers, management and executives.

Responsibilities

• Review all contractual terms and conditions in contracts and agreements.
• Review contract deliverables to ensure compliance and completeness.
• Prepare and process contract modifications, change orders, and engineering change proposals.
• Set up new projects, CLINS, modifications, POP, funding, labor categories and rates in Costpoint.
• Advise program team of contractual responsibilities and obligations; ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Conduct market research and price analysis.
• Participate in front-end strategic support of business pursuits and proposals.
• Coordinate contract and subcontract requirements with all functional departments.
• Manage contract and subcontract files and closeouts.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Deadline-driven

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

MS Office

Security clearance

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Costpoint

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

PowerPoint

Adobe PDF

MS Teams

GoToMeeting

SharePoint

Job description

Summary: Hatalom Corporation is looking for a Contracts Manager to join our team. The Contracts Manager will manage prime contract and related subcontract activities to ensure that all requirements and obligations are fulfilled. Tasks include coordinating and submitting proposals with the Business Development team, leading negotiations with the Government and industry partners, and preparing contractual documents. Together with the Project Management Team, proactively anticipates, identifies, analyzes, and informs management of the financial, legal and performance risks that can impact success. Ensures Hatalom continues to manage its internal and external contractual obligations and keep management informed regarding performance under assigned Contracts/Subcontracts. This position typically exercises discretionary and substantial decision-making authority under limited supervision and direction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review all contractual terms and conditions in contracts and agreements
• Review contract deliverables to ensure they are compliant and complete
• Prepare and process contract modification s, change orders, and any engineering change proposal actions
• Set-up new projects, CLINS, modifications, POP, funding, labor categories and rates in Costpoint accounting system
• Advise program team of contractual responsibilities and obligations, ensure compliance with company policies and procedures addressing contractual matters, and interpret contract clauses and statement of work requirements
• Conduct Market Research and price analysis
• Knowledge of contracting principles, policies and procedures
• Understanding the requirements outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) for procuring and/or acquiring services and materials
• Participate in front-end strategic support of business pursuits, color team reviews, proposal preparation, and submission
• Knowledge of DCMA and DCAA contracting principles, policies and procedures
• Conduct contract and subcontract formation and administration activities on a wide range of contracts from initial proposal through performance and including closeout
• Primary point of contact for prime contract and project personnel and responsible for all contract incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Resolve issues regarding contractual performance, including claims, changes, and terminations
• Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications
• Coordinate submission and negotiation of contract proposals, including change orders
• Responsible for project Change Management and coordination of contractual activities; collaborate with Project Manager to develop effective strategies and recommendations to management for resolution of contractual issues
• Interacts with, confers, briefs, and makes recommendations to Management regarding the progress and impact of potential contract and subcontract-related activities on the project
• Prepare contract and subcontract reviews and reports on issues
• Drafts contractual agreements and subcontracts; edit terms and conditions and flow-down requirements to subcontracts based on prime contracts consistent with company Legal and Contract policies
• Manages project related subcontracts to ensure compliance with terms, including schedule and scope of work
• Develops subcontract mitigation plans for key subcontracts to ensure program continuity
• Set-up and ensure completeness of contract and subcontract files
• Coordinate contract and subcontract requirements with all functional departments to ensure compliance
• Perform other related duties as directed by the President & CEO
• Observe all legal/ regulatory compliance requirements and practices for assigned responsibilities
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment with defined deadlines
• Remain current on legal/regulatory updates affecting contracts and agreements

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None at the current time.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years of experience preferred; or at least six (6) years of directly related experience
• Knowledge and understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), and such other governing regulations
• Knowledge of all contract types, such as FFP, CPFF, CPAF, CPIF, T&M
• Basic understanding of cost estimating and pricing proposals
• Ability to understand, prepare, and administer a wide range of contractual documents such as Request for Proposals, Contracts, Modifications, Subcontracts, Letter Agreements, Purchase Orders, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Proprietary Information Agreements, and Memorandum of Understanding
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively and in a constructive and synthetic manner with customers, coworkers, management, and executives
• Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to find solutions while working independently
• Maintain a positive keen attitude and a strong competitive drive
• Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task
• Excellent organizational skills and deadline oriented individual
• Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive, and handle uncertainty
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe PDF
• Proficient in team collaboration tools such as MS Teams, Go to Meeting, and SharePoint
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

LOCATION:

Orlando, FL - relocation assistance is not available for this position.

STATUS OF POSITION

Full-time, Salary Exempt

This document is not intended to cover orcontaina comprehensive listing of all job-related activities, duties or responsibilities that arerequiredofthe employee. Due to the nature of the industry, job tasks may be changed as necessary to meet the needs of the customer.

Hatalom Corporation is an equal opportunity employer providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal,stateand local laws.