Bid Manager
Valiantys - Atlassian Platinum Solution Partner
Director of Contracts
Highstreet IT Solutions
full-time
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Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States • Virginia
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Lead
About the role
- Manage contract/task order lifecycle, including RFP review/proposals support, quotes, negotiations, awards, renewals, change orders, modifications, ongoing contract administration and close out
- Support business development activities by providing contract and RFP-related risk assessment, recommendations, and ensuring compliance
- Collaborate with legal and senior management on non-standard terms and conditions
- Develop and refine contract management policies and procedures as the company scales
- Administer various types of contracts, including but not limited to IDIQ, FFP, Cost-Type, and T&M
- Liaise collaboratively with internal/external stakeholders and counsel to resolve any contract disputes, risks and issues
- Manage all existing contracts to comply with contract requirements and company policies
- Maintain contract documentation including tracking and reporting contract funding, backlog, and historical award information
- Lead contract kick-off efforts with internal teams, vendors/subcontractors, and customers.
- Maintain a comprehensive contract database for easy access and reference
- Prepare, review, and participate in the negotiations of subcontracts, teaming agreements and non-disclosure agreements, memoranda of understanding, and other agreements and tools
- Prepare and standardize templates such as statements of work, master services agreements, teaming agreements, and subcontract agreements, including flow-down of prime-contract clauses
- Work with general counsel to ensure that the company and its employees comply with regulatory requirements, contractual terms and conditions, and internal policies and procedures
- Provide guidance and training to staff on contract management best practices
- Oversee government reporting and periodic compliance filings
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in contract management or a related field with a significant portion of that experience in fast-paced environments, preferably within the software or technology field.
- Experience with RFP-based solicitations, proposals and contracting
- Demonstrated management expertise with contracting with educational institutions, as well as state and local governments is highly preferred.
- Familiarity with local government and commercial regulations and standards
- Proven ability to manage a large volume of contractual actions simultaneously with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong understanding of contract law and legal terminology
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Experience in a leadership or supervisory role
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Bachelor's degree in law, business administration, or related field
- Professional certification in contract management (e.g., CPCM, CCMP) preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and contract management software
