Contracts Manager

Who Are We? 
Groundswell is a premier technology integrator resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results. Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace? Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together.
 

What You'll do:

Groundswell is seeking a talented, dedicated, and motivated Contracts Manager who is willing to roll up their sleeves to join our team to support Federal contracts, subcontracts, procurement and proposal planning. This is your chance to join a rapidly growing company that supports the federal government. People who join our team have the opportunity to wear many hats and grow their career rapidly. No two days are alike and that’s what makes it interesting.
What You’ll Do:

• Provide cradle to grave contract and subcontract administration including procurement planning
• Support business development, program management and engineering, by negotiating and administering non-disclosure, teaming, and other binding arrangements
• Ensure compliance with solicitations, complete reps and certs, support and attend proposal reviews, and submit proposals
• Formulate and execute strategic assessments of business pursuits
• Negotiate contracts and subcontracts consistent with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) requirements policies and procedures, including source selection, cost/price analysis, and certifications
• Process contract and subcontract close out documents in a timely manner to support company financial objectives in accordance with FAR and DFARS requirements
• Advise and implement strategies that arises around contractual issues
• Actively participate in proposal processes. Ensure compliance with solicitations, complete reps and certs, support and attend proposal reviews, and submit proposals
• Leverage technology to provide metrics and drive contract process efficiencies
• Conduct contractual and procurement due diligence and integration during M&A transactions
• Collaborate with various team members to continually improve processes and policies to promote compliance and efficiency
   

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in a related field preferred
• US citizen
• 5-10 years’ experience with cradle to grave contracts management/administration experience
• Significant experience and expertise in contracting with the U.S. government acquisition organizations and as a subcontractor to prime contracts. This will require working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), as well as various U.S. government contract types.
• Experience with proposal development, negotiation, contract administration, and contract close out
• Strong working knowledge of federal purchasing regulations and ability to document contracts/subcontracts accordingly
• Experience supporting business development, program management and engineering, by negotiating and administering non-disclosure, teaming, and other binding arrangements
• Ensure compliance with solicitations, complete reps and certs, support and attend proposal reviews, and submit proposals
• Strong organizational and administrative abilities, ability to interact with program managers, finance, and business development with professionalism
• Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, ITAR, EAR, and Government contracts policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Cost Reimbursable (CPFF), and Time and Material (T&M) type contracts and subcontracts
• Hybrid role - ideally, candidates must be able and willing to be on-site at our HQ in Mclean, VA ~2 days per week

Skills:

Certification:

Why You’ll Never Want to Leave:

· Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans 

· Flexible Spending Account 

· 4% 401K Match (immediate vesting) 

· Paid Time Off 

· Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development

· Flexible work schedule

· On-site gym and childcare option 

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Groundswell, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: $125K - $160K

NOTE: Groundswell does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Groundswell and Groundswell will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Groundswell is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
 

Read a copy of the Company’s Affirmative Action Statement.

Additional Resources:

• EO 13496 Notification of Employee Rights under NLRA
• EEO is the Law Poster and Supplement
• Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at [email protected] or 703-639-1777.