Job Description
Washington, D.C Full-Time JPI has an immediate opening for a Senior Contracts Manager. Candidate must possess five (5) to seven (7) years of direct experience providing federal contracts management and/or business operations leadership for a company of no less than 100 people. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Contracts Management / Administration (80%) Oversees the corporate contracts management program and develops, builds upon, and strengthens the program with continual process improvement and redesign efforts; Manages the coordination and maintenance of Government and commercial contracts through full contract lifecycle to ensure compliance with client requirements and Federal regulations; Reviews, advises, and negotiates complex federal or commercial contracts with external partners; Corresponds and coordinates with Federal Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs), and other client POCs on all contractual matters; Coordinates General Services Administration (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS)-related, submissions (e.g., GSA eOffers, eMods), activities (e.g., Mass Mods/Pricelist maintenance via SIP), and leads and participates in all GSA-initiated Audits/Assessments activities. Demonstrates expertise with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFAR) standards; capable of ensuring full compliance with all contractual documentation; Researches new laws and proposed legislation to interpret potential impacts on current and future contracts; and Supports configuration and process management for all document repositories and databases; Ensures compliance with FAR, DCAA, etc. and contract finance requirements, and identify corporate solutions to meet compliance; Coordinates with Program Managers to provide guidance on contractual requirements and ensure contract requirements are fulfilled; Provides guidance to Management on contracts administration best practices, concepts, and regulations. Proposal Coordination (20%) Supports the proposal process to ensure compliant and timely responses to client Request for Information (RFIs) / Sources Sought Notices (SSNs) and Request for Proposals (RFPs) / Request for Quotes (RFQs); Supports the corporate proposal coordination program by reviewing all FAR / DFAR clauses for potential impacts to the response; Participates in and reviews proposal pricing submissions; ensures continued compliance with awarded contract pricing (e.g., MAS negotiated rates) and meeting labor category requirements; Develops, builds upon, and strengthens the proposal compliance and pricing processes as part of continual process improvement efforts. Required Qualifications / Experience include: Ability to negotiate, author, execute, manage contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, and purchase orders cradle to grave and provide contracting subject matter expertise; Experience managing GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) management / audits / evergreen process; Knowledge of FAR/DFAR Clauses, business development, proposal / grant writing; Technical, professional, and business writing; Strong organizational and critical thinking skills; Excellent written and oral communications skills; Superior attention to detail; Strong interpersonal communication skills; Capability to work independently and in team settings; Ability to proofread, edit, revise, and finalize documents of varying lengths and styles; Bachelor's degree with at least five (5) to seven (7) years of direct experience providing federal contracts management and/or business operations leadership for a company of no less than 100 people years government contracting experience. A juris doctorate (law degree) may be substituted for experience; Advanced knowledge using Microsoft (MS) Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications include: Experience working with confidential and / or sensitive information; Experience working with Joint Venture (JV) and/or Mentor-Protégé (M-P) companies; National Contract Management Association (NCMA) certifications including Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM), Certified Federal Contacts Manager (CFCM), or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM); Experience working with remote management / leadership teams; Experience implementing process improvement initiatives. JPI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
