Contracts Manager – Government & Commercial Contracts

GE Vernova

Contracts Manager leading government and commercial contracting for GE Vernova’s Power Conversion and Storage portfolio. Managing proposals, compliance, subcontractor flow-downs, and government property audits.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeFindlay Township • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $109,800 - $183,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in government and commercial contract formation, execution, and compliance, with a strong focus on FAR, DFARS, and property management systems. Capable of drafting, negotiating, and managing complex contractual agreements while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.

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Government Contract FormationFAR ComplianceContract NegotiationProperty Management SystemsCommercial Terms and Conditions

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Hard Skills

Contract FormationContract ExecutionFAR 52.245 ComplianceFinancial Risk AssessmentProposal AnalysisContract Change ManagementUCC KnowledgeDCAA/DCMA Audit FacilitationSubcontractor ManagementContractual Accountability Reporting

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

ExcelPowerPointWord

Certifications & Qualifications

NCMA CertificationNPMA Certification

Industry Keywords

Power Industry ContractingGovernment RegulationsCommercial Flow-Down RequirementsProperty Management AuditsContractual Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide contract leadership and subject-matter expertise for commercial and government project teams across the Power Conversion and Storage portfolio
Support proposal activities by analyzing RFPs, completing contract reviews and compliance matrices, assessing financial and business risks, participating in proposal meetings, and preparing terms, conditions, and assumptions
Partner with commercial teams and customers to clarify contract terms and applicable regulations
Support project teams during contract execution to ensure compliance with contract terms and government regulations
Develop solutions to contracting issues throughout the acquisition cycle
Prepare subcontractor and supplier flow-down packages and manage subcontractors and suppliers during execution
Ensure FAR, DFARS, DEARS, and other commercial and government flow-down requirements are met
Establish and maintain government property records and tracking systems
Audit the property management system according to company procedures and government regulations
Coordinate physical property inventories and reconcile results for compliance with FAR 52.245
Provide contractual accountability reports, including DD 1662
Coordinate property disposition according to contractual requirements
Facilitate DCAA/DCMA property-management audits and champion corrective actions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum of 6 years of experience in government and commercial contract formation and execution
U.S. citizenship
Not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship
Domain expertise in commercial terms and conditions, UCC, Federal Acquisition Regulations, Parts 12 and 15, and DoD FAR Supplement
Experience with Firm Fixed Price, Cost Plus Fixed Fee, and contract change management
Experience administering or executing a FAR 52.245-compliant government property management system
Ability to draft and negotiate contractual language
Desired professional certification by NCMA, NPMA, or the U.S. government contracts field
Power industry contracting experience interfacing with commercial and government customers or prime contractors
Extensive knowledge of contract formation and regulations
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Ability to work independently and cohesively with teams
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve complex contractual issues
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Ability to manage projects and assignments within tight deadlines
Ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information, if applicable
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Professional development
Relocation assistance is not provided