Director, Contracts & Subcontracts

This position will have overall management responsibility for all contracts/procurements and contract/procurement personnel within the organization. This position requires professional judgment, use and/or application of advance principles, theories, and concepts of all aspects of Government contract and subcontract administration throughout the contracting life-cycle, from pre-proposal activities through contract closure. Position requires knowledge of business agreements, government contracting methods, including policies, procedures, and regulations, to provide appropriate leadership and support during proposal, research, negotiation, and day-to-day contracting activities. Active participation in key, high level strategy discussions with the ability to influence decisions and significantly impact the organization. Works closely with customers to ensure requirements of assigned contracts are met and company interests are protected through compliance and risk mitigation. Works closely with program managers, business development personnel, proposal managers, pricing team, and Executive leadership, as necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Support dynamic and complex contracts by performing all phases of contract administration strategically from cradle to grave across the breadth of contract types for assigned programs. This includes contracts directly with the Government as well as with Prime Contractor customers/teammates.
• Negotiate and execute individual contracts, modifications and other agreements, including highly complex contractual arrangements of strategic importance.
• Responsible for implementation and execution of the Company’s procurement system, policies and procedures, including the negotiation and administration of subcontracts, purchase orders and teaming agreements where T-Rex is in the buyer role.
• Develops significant working and influential relationships with key Government clients at senior levels
• Provides problem resolution and counsel to executive level management on strategic and complex contractual issues
• Analyzes and communicates new acquisition reform laws, regulations and contract/market trends
• Develops and negotiates complex proposal related partner agreements
• Provides counsel to other contract professionals in the organization on negotiation and risk identification and management
• Support compliance with corporate risk directives including review and risk assessment of proposals and contracts, and audit support
• Provide solutions that minimize disputes and the potential for litigation while protecting the company’s reputation and interests.
• Work in partnership with the Organization in achieving financial objectives, maximizing on-contract growth and facilitating follow-on business.
• Identify cost saving initiatives and implement process improvements to help streamline the interface with operations.  
• Oversee and manage Company’s activity associated with achievement of a successful Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR)
• Support DCAA related activities to include rate submissions, negotiation and approval and support the integration of contracts and procurement

Requirements:

• BA, BS Degree preferably in Business Administration
• 10 years of progressive relevant work experience in Federal acquisitions, with a significant portion of that in management
• 5+ years of experience providing contract leadership to multi-million dollar contracts (preferably 100+ million)
• Expertise and knowledge of subcontract/procurement principles, methodologies and tools
• Knowledge of GSA Schedule contracting
• Demonstrated ability in understanding and dealing with business and risk situations that lead to a positive outcome
• Deep knowledge of Federal acquisition concepts and applicable agency acquisition law and regulations.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast paced environment, leveraging resources appropriately.
• Excellent written communication skills - can organize complex materials and concepts in a manner that is clear and logical; Succinct presentation skills
• Excellent verbal communication - clear, concise, persuasive
• Demonstrated staff management experience, to include mentoring and annual performance evaluations
• Ability to work independently under minimal guidance
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Outlook and Word

T-Rex Overview

Established in 1999, T-Rex Solutions, LLC is a proven mid-tier business providing data-centric mission services to the Federal government as it increasingly tries to secure and leverage the power of data. We design, integrate, secure, and deploy advanced technical solutions for our customers so they can efficiently fulfill their critical objectives. T-Rex offers both IT and professional services to numerous Federal agencies and is a leader in providing high quality and innovative solutions in the areas of Cloud and Infrastructure Services, Cyber Security, and Big Data Engineering.

T-Rex is constantly seeking qualified people to join our growing team. We have built a broad client base through our devotion to delivering quality products and customer service, and to do that we need quality individuals. But more than that, we at T-Rex are committed to creating a culture that supports the development of every employee's personal and professional lives. T-Rex has made a commitment to maintain the status of an industry leader in compensation packages and benefits which includes competitive salaries, performance bonuses, training and educational reimbursement, Transamerica 401(k) and Cigna healthcare benefits.

T-Rex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

As part of our overall strategy and commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, and in accordance with applicable regulations, employees of T-Rex must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 if required by customer or client policies or federal mandates as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation and other requirements under applicable federal, state, and local law. If required by the customer, the selected individual will have to submit documentation of proof of vaccination before starting employment with T-Rex or have an approved exemption prior to the start of employment.