Contracts Manager

Huntsville, AL

HX5 is an award‑winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast‑growing veteran‑ and woman‑owned company with locations nationwide.

Huntsville, AL

HX5 is an award‑winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast‑growing veteran‑ and woman‑owned company with locations nationwide.

The Contracts Manager is responsible for the negotiation and preparation of contractual provisions and the administration of contracts and subcontracts. Performs a variety of complex tasks and advises internal departments regarding contract requirements. Position negotiates, prepares, manages contracts, and performs contract closeouts.

• Ensures contract compliance reviews; terms and conditions; and ensures enforcement on contract start.
• Acts as the authorized negotiator and signatory authority on contractual issues.
• Develops and executes subcontracts, Associate Contractor Agreements (ACAs), Non‑Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and transitions from Teaming Agreements (TA).
• Examines drafts of contract performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Advises internal departments of contractual rights and obligations to fulfill contract requirements.
• Reviews subcontracts for conformity to Teaming Agreement (TA) requirements and determines acceptable contracts.
• Awards and administers contracts, including final approval of payment.
• Researches contract issues and monitors contract performance versus contract requirements.
• Requests or approves amendments to or extensions of contracts.
• Monitors contract and contractor status databases.
• Acts as the authority on all issues concerning contractors and contracts.
• Maintains contact with Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer Representative, customer, prime and subcontractors to ensure the smooth working of the contract process.

Directly supervises employees in the Contracts Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
• Strategic Thinking – Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required. (A Master’s degree is highly preferred.)
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years government contracting, operations, or program management, industry experience preferred, and twelve (12) years DoD specialized acquisitions experience required.
• Four (4) years of managerial experience is required, and eight (8) is preferred.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret government contracts, federal clauses, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business…