ARES Corporation is recruiting for a Contracts Specialist with Government contract experience who will be based at our McLean, VA office. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
The selected individual will be responsible for:
- Supporting the general contract administration of prime contracts and subcontracts in accordance with contract requirements, federal/agency regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable laws.
- Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing a broad range of contracts and agreements
- Completing comprehensive reviews of customer contracts and terms and conditions
- Providing interpretation of contract terms and conditions to management and other functional groups.
- Identifying and managing contract changes, acting as a focal point for internal and external (customer) communications on contract matters and resolving customer and contract problems and issues.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- A minimum of three years of directly relevant experience in a contracts management position.
- Experience in contracting with the U.S. government; experience in aerospace is desired.
- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
- Experience with Cost Plus contracts.
- Knowledge of Federal contract formation and proposal preparation.
- Demonstrated negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Strong planning and organization skills. Proven attention to detail and the ability to spot errors and inconsistencies.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work with a team at all levels of an organization, including ability to effectively interact with and engage senior management both internally and externally on key issues during the contract and compliance process.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel.
ARES Benefits:
ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- HSA/FSA Accounts
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- ESOP
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- At least three years of directly relevant contracts management experience
- Experience contracting with the U.S. government
- Aerospace contracting experience
- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
- Knowledge of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
- Experience with Cost Plus contracts
- Knowledge of federal contract formation and proposal preparation
- Demonstrated negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Attention to detail and ability to identify errors and inconsistencies
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with employees and senior management at all organizational levels
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
What We Do
ARES Corporation is one of the foremost Engineering, Project Management, Reliability and Mission Assurance, IT Architecture and Security, and Software Solutions companies in the United States. We differentiate ourselves from our competition by integrating unique, industry-leading quantitative risk management methodologies into every project to provide superior-quality products and services, on time and within budget. With a top-notch team of engineers, scientists, and other professionals, ARES focuses on solving industry’s most complex technical challenges in the key areas of nuclear, clean technology, space, and defense.
