Senior Subcontracts Manager

University of Dayton Research Institute; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to support research programs

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

The University of Dayton Research Institute is seeking a Senior Subcontracts Manager to oversee subcontract management functions for sponsored programs in the Materials Sector. The role involves negotiating contracts, monitoring performance, and advising on university subcontracting policies.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, eight years of relevant experience, and significant negotiation skills. This position demands effective communication and deep knowledge of federal procurement regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Eight years of related experience necessary.
• Three years of experience in government contracting or research administration.

Responsibilities

• Perform subcontract management functions for sponsored programs.
• Conduct negotiations, monitor performance, and oversee invoice approval.
• Advise Principal Investigators and management on subcontracting policies.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Contract drafting experience

Knowledge of federal procurement regulations

Effective communication

Computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Position Summary: The Senior Subcontracts Manager is responsible for performing subcontract management functions for sponsored programs in support of the Materials Sector. The Senior Subcontracts Manager reviews documentation drafted by team members including requests for proposals, draft subcontract documents, and cost analysis. This position independently conducts subcontract negotiations, monitors subcontract performance, and oversees complex invoice approval and closeout processes. The Senior Subcontracts Manager will assist the Subcontracts Team Lead with overall management of the subcontract administration function and support staff. Additionally, this position advises Principal Investigators, senior management, and support personnel on University subcontracting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements that pertain to federal research programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Eight years of related experience
• Three years of purchasing or subcontracting experience in government contracting or research administration fields
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of federal procurement regulations, including FAR, DFAR, and federal grant regulations
• Significant negotiation experience in purchasing or subcontracting
• Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective Written Communication Skills, Including Contract Drafting Experience
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external personnel in both written and verbal form
• Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or coursework towards advanced degree in related field
• Ten years or more of related experience
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of federal procurement regulations, including the FAR, DFAR, and federal grant regulations
• Advanced contract drafting experience

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Closing Statement

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.