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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in subcontract management, including negotiation, compliance with FAR/DFARS, and performance monitoring. Proven ability to lead teams, implement process improvements, and utilize contract lifecycle management tools effectively.
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Subcontract ManagementFAR/DFARS ComplianceCost AnalysisTeam LeadershipContract Lifecycle Management
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Hard Skills
Subcontract AdministrationCost Reimbursable AwardsFirm Fixed Price AwardsTime & Material AwardsTechnical EvaluationsProposal PreparationGovernment Contract AdministrationCPSR ComplianceData AnalysisNegotiation
Soft Skills
CommunicationLeadershipInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsCustomer Service Orientation
Tools & Technologies
ICertis Contract Lifecycle ManagementCoupaCostPointMicrosoft Office Suite
Industry Keywords
DefenseNational SecurityIntelligenceTeaming AgreementsNon-Disclosure Agreements
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Oversee the full lifecycle of subcontractor performance, including teaming, proposal strategy, solicitation, negotiation, award, and closeout
- Develop and drive subcontracting strategies across assigned portfolios
- Advise project teams on subcontract administration, internal processes and tools, federal engagements, and strategic high-value contracts
- Ensure subcontract activities comply with FAR, DFARS, and company policies
- Maintain accurate subcontract files and manage data entry into internal systems
- Lead negotiations on terms, pricing, schedules, and performance metrics
- Implement best practices and process improvements across the subcontract organization
- Act as the primary contact for subcontract activities within the portfolio
- Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and finance
- Prepare RFP/RFQ packages, perform technical evaluations, and negotiate terms and conditions
- Monitor subcontractor performance, analyze data, and ensure timely project completion
- Support capture and proposal phases with subcontracting strategies
- Lead subcontract portions of proposal preparation, including cost analysis, management plans, and compliance documentation
- Negotiate Teaming Agreements and Non-Disclosure Agreements
- Conduct pre-award compliance reviews and final evaluations
- Provide award authority to junior team members
- Develop and manage team performance, workload distribution, and professional growth
- Drive training and continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead use of iCertis Contract Lifecycle Management for subcontract awards
- Utilize Coupa, CostPoint, and other enterprise tools
- Perform government contract administration, including flow downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, closeout, and records retention
- Support source selection and evaluation through cost and price analysis, negotiation memoranda, and CPSR-compliant files
- Draft, negotiate, and use subcontracts, purchase orders, teaming agreements, and other agreements
- Recommend policy changes and establish procedures affecting the organization
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 7+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Extensive knowledge of Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price, and Time & Material subcontract awards
- In-depth understanding of FAR/DFARS compliance
- Knowledge of Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and Teaming Agreement (TA) best practices
- Experience in Defense, National Security, or Intelligence sectors preferred
- Experience with ERP systems, including Coupa and/or Costpoint, Contract Lifecycle Management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience leading teams in a customer service-oriented team environment within a matrixed organization
- Experience with CPSR-compliant policies and procedures and supporting audits
- Expertise supporting commercial and U.S. Government requirements, preferably U.S. Department of Defense and/or other federal government programs
- Experience issuing and managing subcontracts under prime contract awards in a highly technical environment
- Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to interface effectively with departments, management, staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Short-term incentives
- Long-term incentives
- Program-specific awards
- Reasonable accommodations during the employment process