Director, Contracts

UNCOMN; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

7 holidays + 3 floating holidays

Health coverage from day one

401K match

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

UNCOMN is seeking a Director, Contracts to review contract solicitation terms, manage award confirmations, interpret terms and conditions, and identify potential issues. The Director, Contracts will also own the post-award contract lifecycle and serve as UNCOMN’s principal contracts SME on FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and contract-specific requirements.

This position will lead the administration and negotiation of routine contract actions, partner with program and operational leadership to

Qualifications

• This role requires knowledge of contracting life cycle from RFP to closeout.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS and government contracting processes.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret complex agreements and manage risk.

Responsibilities

• Own the post-award contract lifecycle and routine contract actions.
• Serve as the principal contracts SME on FAR, DFARS, agency supplements.
• Identify, assess, and actively manage contractual and business risk.
• Ensure disciplined contract administration throughout performance.
• Partner with programs, finance, and operations to manage changes.
• Lead negotiations and maintain a scalable contracts framework.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business / law / finance or related field

Job description

At UNCOMN, we don’t just fix issues; we deliver secure solutions that power essential operations in both the public and private sectors. Our team tackles tough challenges—whether it’s improving organizational systems, streamlining logistics, or making sense of complex data—all with one goal: helping our clients succeed so they can continue serving others.

We’ve built a culture rooted in our Core Values, where innovation thrives, work-life balance is respected, and career growth is always encouraged. We're also proud to be recognized as a ‘Top Workplace,’ and that’s not just us talking; it’s our employees.

Now, we’re looking for another Uncommon Genius to join our dynamic team. If you love solving puzzles, building new things, fixing what’s broken, or pushing the boundaries of creativity, we encourage you to explore the details of this position below!

UNCOMN

is seeking a Director, Contracts to review contract solicitation terms, manage contract award confirmations, interpret agreement terms and conditions and identify potential issues, and review agreement amendments/modifications and incorporate changes. The Director, Contracts will also:

• Own the post-award contract lifecycle
• Serve as UNCOMN’s principal contracts subject-matter expert on FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and contract-specific requirements
• Identify, assess, and actively manage contractual and business risk
• Ensure disciplined contract administration throughout performance
• Lead the administration and negotiation of routine contract actions
• Partner with program and operational leadership to proactively manage contract changes and performance issues
• Establish and maintain a scalable contracts management framework
• Partner closely with Finance to maintain visibility into contractual financial risk
• Oversee subcontract and supplier contracting from award through closeout
• Serve as a trusted business advisor to leadership on the contract portfolio

This position description outlines the core duties for this role, but it is not all-inclusive. Responsibilities may shift based on contract requirements, mission needs, or organizational objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in business administration, law, finance, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Extensive knowledge of contracting life cycle from RFP to closeout.
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS).
• Exemplifies knowledge of contract law, accounting principles and finance.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of contract/purchase order terms and conditions and detailed knowledge of the government contracting process.
• Knowledge of the terms and conditions appropriate for different contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, IDIQ, etc.) and their proper use.
• Must be eligible to obtain a security clearance, granted by the U.S. Government, which requires U.S. citizenship. The government also uses 13 adjudicative guidelines to determine an individual's eligibility.

Why UNCOMN?

• Instant Flexible PTO: Enjoy flexible paid time off starting your very first day with us!
• Generous Holidays: Benefit from 7 paid holidays and up to 3 floating holidays annually.
• Immediate Health Coverage: Get access to comprehensive health benefits from day one.
• 401K Safe Harbor Match: Secure your future with our top-tier 401K matching program.
• Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with our training and education assistance programs.
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access complimentary support services for you and your family.

Note: Benefits apply to full-time employees only.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.