Federal Contracts Manager
Wood PLC

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood Programs, Inc. is currently seeking a Contracts Manager to join our contracts group responsible for providing US Government contract support for the lifecycle of projects to ensure compliance with provisions and clauses of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), agency FAR supplements, and other terms and conditions governing the firm's US Government contracts and subcontracts.

• This is an essential role in contract planning and strategy for negotiating, administering, resolving contractual issues and close out actions for all government contracts.
• Communicate contract policy and practice to internal business groupings along with ensuring contract review, approval and execution in accordance with business guidance and policies.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, technical and legal consultants, and project team staff. Furthermore, will research and recommend action and issue resolutions related to contract disputes and contract terms and conditions.
• Must have a strong background in government contracts and understanding of services contracting such as design, engineering, construction, and operations and maintenance.
• The duties will entail
  • risk assessment
  • contract review and negotiations
  • contract administration
  • bonds and insurance
  • advising on contract changes
  • requests for equitable adjustment and claims
  • dispute resolution
  • reviewing and negotiating teaming agreements and confidentiality agreements

Work Location: Open to Wood Programs, Inc. office in Raleigh, NC and/or remotely based.

Skills / Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• A minimum of 5+ years' experience working in government contracts for the U.S. government and/or a prime or subcontractor
• This position requires a four-year bachelor's degree in business or related field from an accredited college or university, with a graduate degree in business or law a plus.
• Must be able to express yourself clearly and positively, both verbally and in writing, and have excellent interpersonal skills
• Appropriately responds to a variety of non-routine, and often complex, requests and demands
• Comprehensive knowledge of the FAR, DFARS and agency specific supplements
• Expertise in government contract negotiation and administration, including administration of subcontract flow downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, close-out and records retention
• Practical and proactive problem-solving skills, critical thinker able to partner with Project Teams and Operations Managers globally
• Ability to work independently, in team settings and under time pressured deadlines
• Highest ethics, confident and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic and changing business environment
• Proficient computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft word and excel
• CFCM or CPCM is preferred but not required

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 45,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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