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Contracts Manager

Fairwinds Technologies is looking for an experienced Contracts Manager who is willing to roll up their sleeves and join our team to support Federal and commercial contracts, subcontracts, procurement, and proposal planning. We are seeking a talented, dedicated, and motivated resource to help promote productivity and continued growth.

Location: Remote/Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD

Compensation: Base Salary

Supervisor: Chief Operating Officer

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field5-8 years’ experience with cradle to grave contracts management/administrationExperience with proposal development, negotiation, contract administration, contract close outStrong working knowledge of federal purchasing regulations and ability to document contracts/subcontracts accordinglyDeep understanding of Federal contracting and good command of FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR, and Government contracts policies and proceduresWorking knowledge of Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Cost Reimbursable (CPFF), and Time and Materials (T&M) type contracts and subcontractsFamiliarity with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPRS) requirements/complianceExperience in reviewing contracts awards and modifications for accuracy and working with government contracting office to request updates. Ability to work with various teams and prioritize actions appropriately while maintaining a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environmentAbility to recognize when improvements need to be made and make suggestions for their incorporationDetail-oriented with strong analytical abilitiesAbility to meet tight deadlines, quickly solving issues as they ariseStrong organizational and administrative abilitiesPossess excellent written and oral communication skillsCapable of professionally managing confidential information

Responsibilities

Provide cradle to grave contract and subcontract administration including procurement planning supportInitiate and manage workflows for contracts documents to include consulting agreements, NDA’s, Teaming agreements, Service agreements, bailment agreements, and others as required. Support business development, program management, and engineering by negotiating and administering non-disclosure, teaming or other binding agreementsEnsure compliance with solicitations, support and attend proposal reviews, and provide assessment of risks.Maintain corporate compliance profiles on SAM.gov and others as required Complete Reps & Certs documents and other reporting requirements and maintain in contracts libraryNegotiate contracts and subcontracts consistent with Federal Acquisitions (FAR), Department of Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) requirements and EXP policies and procedures, including source selection, cost/price analysis, and certificationsProcess contract and subcontract close out in a timely manner to support company financial objectives in accordance with FAR and DFARS requirementsCommunicate and collaborate effectively with company senior leadership to continually improve processes and policies to promote compliance and efficiencyIdentify and mitigate risks associated with contracts, providing solutions for any issues that ariseStay current with changes to relevant regulations and laws to ensure complianceAdditional duties may be assigned as needed

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, exempt position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be a U.S citizen with the ability to possess a valid US DoD security clearance.

AAP/EEO Statement

Fairwinds Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity