Job Description

Tracking Code

BD-20-0400-F

Job Code

20-0400

Posting Title

Contracts Manager - Senior

Post Date

3/11/2020

Full Time / Part-Time

Full Time

Travel

No Travel Required

City

Aberdeen

State

MD

Country

US

Description

CONTRACTS MANAGER SENIOR (BD-20-0400-F):

Bowhead seeks a Senior Contracts Manager for our location in Aberdeen, MD, who will be responsible for the review, negotiation, and management of large, complex, multifaceted long-term contractual agreements with the US Government. This is a non-supervisory

position and reports to the Director of Contracts. The successful candidate will be responsible for contract administration and provide support for the preparation, negotiation and management of proposals and contracts. This position requires knowledge and

hands-on experience in government contracting methods and applicable procurement laws and regulations, including but not limited to FAR, DFAR, AFAR and other agency supplements. Strong business acumen and the ability to work proposals and manage contracts

in accordance with company policies and customer requirements is required. Responsible for building and maintaining dependable, quality relationships with internal and external customers in support of the UICGS business objectives.

Essential functions will include:

• Reviewing and analyzing RFP terms and conditions, participating in proposal reviews, conducting OCI screenings, providing risk assessments, recommending and developing mitigation approaches, and negotiating price and terms and conditions with the Government

customer.

• Ensuring proposals submitted are responsive and contain accurate and complete certifications and terms and conditions in accordance with company policies and all applicable laws and regulations.

• Provide post-award support to contracts by negotiating modifications, educating and advising internal teams regarding contractual issues, and identifying and helping to successfully resolve changes that may arise during contract performance. Interpreting

contract terms, negotiating modifications, and addressing subsequent issues that include attending Government customer and internal meetings, Program Management Reviews (PMRs), etc.

• As a subject matter expert, regularly advising management of contractual rights and obligations.

• Reviewing and resolving all issues effecting company compliance and ensures satisfaction of legal requirements, UICGS/Bowhead, and customer objectives.

• Providing creative leadership from knowledge of industry best practices and most current developments in contract administration.

• Working closely with the Program Manager and Financial Analyst to monitor performance, reduce risk and reduce days sales outstanding (DSO).

• During proposals and contract negotiations, engaging internal stakeholders in to help achieve financial and profitability goals. Working on more complex proposals and contracts.

• Providing regular reporting to senior management on contract issues.

• Interfacing with the Government Contracting Officer.

• High degree of independent and creative judgement applied to highest-level goals and objectives of the corporation and an understanding of FAR/DFARS, GSA Federal Schedules, Federal IDIQ, GWAC, Basic Ordering Agreements (BOA) contracts and supplemental regulations

of government agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and a minimum of 8 years of Federal contracting experience.

• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS), and individual agency acquisition regulations

• Experience working on CPAF, CPIF and/or FPIF type contracts

• Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) and/or Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)

• Experience with Deltek Costpoint desired. Experience working for a Small Business and/or an 8(a), Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) is a plus, as this type of work environment and culture are very different from working for a large integrator/organization.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work successfully under stress and against constant deadlines

• Teamwork skills and experience in building strong, positive and collaborative working relations with both Government contracting personnel and company program management personnel.

• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. To receive and respond to instructions/assignments, must be able to read, write and speak English.

• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: There are currently no Security Clearance requirements for this position; however, candidates must be able to successfully pass a background check. Due to the location of this work, US Citizenship is required. Bowhead reserves the right

to change this requirement if necessitated by business needs or contractual obligations.

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background

history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving

course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In

furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants,

based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com, and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not

be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources

for assistance (https://uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/).

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively,

the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar corporation recognized as one of the top 25 8(a) companies

for government contracting.

Link to Apply:

https://rn21.ultipro.com/UKP1001/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*40AD39444A0A4C64

UIC and its Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics

EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP

here.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access

to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure

is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41

CFR 60-1.35(c)

This job was posted on Fri Mar 13 2020 and expired on Mon Mar 30 2020.

Minimum $25K /yr

$41K /yr Average

Maximum $100K /yr

Tasks

Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction or program improvement.

Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.

Direct administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.

Prepare staff work schedules and assign specific duties.

Monitor suppliers to ensure that they efficiently and effectively provide needed goods or services within budgetary limits.

Direct or coordinate financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency.

Establish or implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, or procedures in conjunction with board members, organization officials, or staff members.

Perform personnel functions such as selection, training, or evaluation.

Plan or direct activities such as sales promotions that require coordination with other department managers.

Set prices or credit terms for goods or services based on forecasts of customer demand.

Manage the movement of goods into and out of production facilities to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, or sustainability of operations.

Perform sales floor work, such as greeting or assisting customers, stocking shelves, or taking inventory.

Develop or implement product-marketing strategies, including advertising campaigns or sales promotions.

Recommend locations for new facilities or oversee the remodeling or renovating of current facilities.

Implement or oversee environmental management or sustainability programs addressing issues such as recycling, conservation, or waste management.

Direct non-merchandising departments of businesses, such as advertising or purchasing.

Plan store layouts or design displays.

Skills

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Persuasion - Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.

Negotiation - Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.

Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.

Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Management of Financial Resources - Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.

Management of Material Resources - Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.

Management of Personnel Resources - Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

Knowledge

Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Economics and Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

Sales and Marketing - Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Personnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.

Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.