What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts Manager position at Metova Federal?
Overview:
Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains. CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider.
Responsibilities:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The above is intended to describe the general contents of and requirements for the performance of this job.
By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.
Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains. CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider.
The Contract Manager is responsible for all contract activities, to include:
- Proposal preparation to contract closeout (commercial and US Government)
- Reviewing and negotiating terms for subcontract agreements.
- Developing a negotiation strategy on contractual issues and participates on negotiation teams.
- Ensuring contract requirements flow within Program Teams.
- Analyzing significant and/or unique contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions, to ensure compliance with appropriate laws and regulations.
- This position requires a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field, 10 years contract administrator/management experience in the military/defense industry, and 10 years of professional experience (including procurement and pricing).
- Knowledge of FAR, DFAR/DoD contract regulations, practices and procedures
- Must have experience in negotiating Intellectual Property clauses
- Must have knowledge of laws concerning ITAR
- Must have experience in preparing (not just reviewing) large Cost Proposals
- Proficient in MS Office
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Ability to provide guidance on contractual, legal, and financial issues related to contract proposals and agreements
- Ability to interact effectively with external and internal customers
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Task- and team-oriented, self-motivated, analytical, and organized
In accordance with the specifications of a government contract, eligibility for this position mandates U.S. Citizenship status and ability to obtain a SECRET security clearance. The precise security clearance requisites will be detailed in the Government's Task Order.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The above is intended to describe the general contents of and requirements for the performance of this job.
