Director of Contracts
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Job Location:
Chantilly, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company Overview
Hexagon US Federal is a proxy-governed subsidiary of Hexagon AB providing an ever expanding portfolio of Hexagon Technologies to U.S. Federal Government organizations including defense and intelligence agencies to meet a variety of mission requirements. With our unique capabilities and experience we transform state-of-the-art commercial technology into mission-specific solutions for our customers partnering with them to solve their most challenging problems.
Quick Hits
Employees: 200
Operating Locations: Chantilly VA (HQ); Huntsville AL; Lanham MD and other client sites across the US
A day in the life of a Director of Contracts:
As the Director of Contracts you are a key member of the leadership team and will be expected to provide contract support and advice to other leaders across the organization. You will play an active role in our continued growth by providing guidance knowledge mentorship and oversight to a team of contract administrators and managers who will support leaders across the company.
Additionally you will provide oversight and leadership for the preparation negotiation acceptance and management of Hexagon US Federals portfolio of contracts. Youll direct all phases of the contract administration process from inception through completion including preparing reviewing and approving all contractual documents to ensure the protection of the companys contractual posture the satisfaction of contract specifications and requirements identification of risk factors and adherence to company policy as well as appropriate laws and regulations. This is an active hands-on position requiring the highest ethical standards. You will also oversee the development and implementation of systems standards and mechanisms that guide contracting lifecycle activities to consistently deliver effective solutions to customers.
This job is for you if you:
Have proven experience and business expertise in the application of government contract management principles concepts and practices as well as comprehensive contract management and leadership skills. Have interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of management and individual contributors including the ability to clearly express business concepts in verbal and written forms and the ability to tailor conversations to adapt to business vs. non-business audiences. Key success factors include mastery of the ability to manage complex situations delegate authority lead and inspire your team drive innovative thinking instill collaboration drive for success challenge the status quo and demonstrate the ability to adapt to dynamic situations.
The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in applying government contract management principles concepts and practices as well as comprehensive contractmanagement and leadership skills a recognized professional contract certification and a Bachelors degree.
What we are expecting from you (i.e. the qualifications you must have):
- Lead and provide direction and assistance to a team of contracting personnel and improve the overall quality and capability of the organization by developing mentoring and retaining top talent.
- Oversee the negotiation award coordination management administration and close-out of contracts and subcontracts and effectively manage customer relationships in face-to-face negotiations with US Government and/or Defense Prime Contractors.
- Formulate strategies for the resolution of major contractual issues including risk assessment mitigation strategies negotiation positions and contractual implications.
- Reviews and coordinates all requests for data to ensure the Company is protected and balanced with the customer interest.
- Ensure overall compliance with governmental law company and operating company policies on contracts and procurement.
- Ability to provide sound interpretation and application of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS) Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) compliance and commercial item rules and regulations.
- Ensure all tasks are performed within Hexagon US Federal stated guidelines and processes as well as government and/or commercial guidelines (i.e. FAR DFARS UCC etc.).
- Maintains an understanding of ITAR/EAR requirements and ensures that export-controlled data is not transmitted through the Contracts Department without appropriate export licenses.
- Participate with other top managers in developing and establishing business unit business company or corporate-wide policies.
- Support program management reviews business strategy sessions proposal reviews risk management activities and all other contract-related matters.
- Work with internal customers (Business Unit leaders Program Managers etc.) ensuring all customer communication related to contracts is handled by contracts personnel
- Coordinate fact-finding proposal preparation justification documentation and negotiations of contract modifications.
- Lead and review all areas of contracting including NDAs Teaming Agreements Agreements Bailments Partner Reseller Consulting Software License Agreements and other strategic documents as required across the business.
- Ensure the management of contract files including preparation and control of all modifications and correspondence with Contracting Officers or Prime Contractors.
- Ability to work independently in a high-volume contracting environment.
- Ability to analyze a problem and recommend solutions.
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
- Presentation skills with the ability to distill and explain complex information simply and concisely.
Required Level of Security Clearance:Top Secret
Expected Travel:< 10%
What we will provide in return:
- Competitive health care plans with savings accounts
- Dental and vision plans
- 401k with 100% company match up to 6% with immediate vesting on company match
- Life and disability insurance
- Learning Management System with robust offerings
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Flexible hybrid and remote working arrangements where possible
- 13 paid holidays per year
- Veterans focused Employee Resources Group with regular educational sessions and communications
- Leadership Development Program with multiple learning options
Hexagon US Federal is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal anti-discrimination laws and provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and need an accommodation due to a disability you may use the following email address and/or phone number to contact us about your interest in employment with Hexagon US Federal.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status disability status or any other protected class covered by federal state or local law. Hexagon US Federal participates in E-Verify.
At Hexagon US Federal we prioritize a secure and thorough hiring process. Be aware that we will never extend an employment offer without a careful review and interview process and all official communications from our representatives will come from a verified Hexagon US Federal email address never requesting upfront fees or sensitive information.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
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- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
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- Writing Skills
About Company
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