Senior Contracts & Negotiations Leader

Austal Usa, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA, LLC is hiring a senior contracts professional to oversee day-to-day contract administration, draft and negotiate contracts, and lead a team of contract specialists supporting multiple programs.

The role requires a college degree and 10+ years of related experience, excellent written and verbal communication, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat. DoD clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• College Degree in related field required.
• 10+ years of related experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational and negotiating skills.
• Proficient with standard Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Must be able to participate in and lead a team to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and coordinating day-to-day contract administration activities for the assigned programs.
• Drafting contracts, modifications, agreements, MOUs, terms and conditions, and related documents.
• Leading negotiations for new contracts and modifications with customers and major subcontractors.
• Maintaining contract files and current contract values across departments (Finance and Program Office).
• Mentoring and supervising contract staff to ensure professional development.
• Ensuring compliance with FAR/DFAR and related laws and regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Education

College degree in related field

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Austal USA, LLC is hiring a senior contracts professional to oversee day-to-day contract administration, draft and negotiate contracts, and lead a team of contract specialists supporting multiple programs.

The role requires a college degree and 10+ years of related experience, excellent written and verbal communication, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat. DoD clearance may be required.