Manager of Contracts

Job Type Finance, ManagementThe Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a not-for-profit corporation that operates three Federally Funded Research and Development Centers serving the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Unified Commands and Defense Agencies in addressing important national security issues, particularly those requiring scientific and technical expertise.This position is responsible for the Contracts Management function at IDA. Reports to the Treasurer & Director of Finance. Works closely with the VP & General Counsel and other Directors as required. Duties include 1) review, negotiation, and administration of prime contracts, subcontracts, and contract modifications, 2) organization and management of contract/subcontract administration activities, 3) frequent interaction with government contracting and audit officials, 4) oversight of contract task and funding activities, and 5) providing expertise and assistance to management in the review of leases and other corporate commercial contracts. Responsibilities Organize and manage prime contract and subcontract administration activities. Management and administration of contracts to ensure compliance with all contractual terms and conditions; identify potential issues in contracts/leases; provides initial review for issues or concerns such as confidentiality; copyright; intellectual property rights. Prepare, review, and/or negotiate government contracts, subcontracts, and cost proposals. Monitor the processing of contract tasking and funding from start to completion, work with funding offices/sponsors and IDA administrative and management staff. Resolve contracting issues by interacting with government contracting and audit officials. Organize contract/task setup in management and financial systems (Costpoint) to assure compliance with contract terms and accurate reporting and billing. Negotiate and provide recordkeeping responsibilities for corporate non-disclosure and licensing agreements. Providing assistance to responsible management in the review and negotiation of commercial contracts, leases, and other legal documents; identifies non-routine items; issues with term clauses. Identification and notification to affected management of arising contractual and/or legal issues.
IDA offers a competitive salary, an enviable benefits package, and a superior professional environment in a park-like setting. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship is required.The Institute for Defense Analyses is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!Our preferred method of receiving your resume is via email. If you are unable to email your resume, you may fax it to us. Resumes and inquiries should be sent to: Institute for Defense Analyses
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4850 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22311
Fax Number: (240) 282-8314
Email: [Click here for email] REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors/Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent preferred) in related field or equivalent, and ten (10) or more year's progressively responsible experience in government contracting. Additional training in contract law and a history of working with commercial contracts, leases, and similar contracts. Detailed knowledge of federal government contract types, the government funding/contracting process, the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and agency supplements. Fundamental understanding of finance and accounting including government contract accounting. Knowledge of automated systems (Costpoint/Deltek preferred). Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Ability to obtain/maintain necessary security clearance. Supervisory experience