Contracts Manager

OSC Edge Tech, LLC is seeking a talented Contracts Manager to join the team. This position is a remote position.

OSC Edge Tech is a wholly owned subsidiary of Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI), an Alaska Native Corporation proudly owned by over 9,400 Shareholders. OSC Edge Tech was created to deliver agile, responsive IT solutions to meet the evolving needs of federal and defense customers. As an SBA-certified 8(a) entity with a Facility Clearance (FCL), OSC Edge Tech streamlines the acquisition process while maintaining the trusted quality, security, and innovation that define OSC Edge.

Cook Inlet Region, Inc., also known as CIRI, is one of 12 land-based Alaska Native regional corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA). CIRI’s regional boundaries roughly follow the traditional Dena’ina territory of Southcentral Alaska. CIRI was incorporated on June 8, 1972, and is owned today by a diverse group of more than 9,500 Shareholders who live in Alaska and throughout the world.

OSC Edge Tech offers excellent benefits for eligible employees. Benefits include paid holidays, paid time off, 401K with employer match, dental, vision, health insurance plans, as well as life and disability benefits.

The Contracts Manager is responsible for overseeing the complete lifecycle of government and organizational contracts, from proposal development to closeout. This role ensures strict compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other requirements while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.

• Oversee all stages of the contract lifecycle, from proposal submission and negotiation through contract modifications and closeout.
• Read, interpret and evaluate contract terms and conditions, assess risks to the company and communicate findings to senior management and sales team.
• Execute non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), terms and conditions and contract modification requests.
• Settle disputes regarding contract interpretation, conditions or compliance with legal requirements.
• Negotiate terms and conditions, monitor contract performance, handle documentation and mitigate risk.
• Ensure strict adherence to FAR, DFARS and other agency-specific rules.
• Identify, assess and mitigate contractual and legal risks by collaborating with internal stakeholders.
• Respond to requests for information from government officials, including contract audits, CPARS, protests, etc.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer subcontractor and teaming agreements, including flow-down of applicable FAR, DFARS, and prime contract requirements.
• Ensure subcontractor agreements are properly executed, compliant, and aligned with prime contract obligations, including monitoring subcontractor performance and compliance.
• Coordinate with Government contracting officers and internal stakeholders to support novation and name-change agreements, including preparation, submission, and tracking of required documentation.
• Support contract transitions resulting from mergers, acquisitions, or corporate restructuring by managing novations, assignments, and related contractual actions.
• Advise on proposal strategies, review terms and conditions and conduct negotiations to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Manage all contract vehicles such as GSA and other IDIQ’s.
• Act as a liaison with government contracting officers, teaming partners, vendors and internal teams, providing guidance on contractual requirements.
• Manage contract performance, ensure deliverables are met and maintain accurate contract records.
• Maintain all contract records and prepare reports on contract performance and compliance for senior management and other stakeholders.
• Recommend and implement strategies to improve contract management processes and efficiency.
• Assess current procedures and develop new policies and processes related to contracts.
• Stay current on new laws and proposed legislation and interpret the potential impact on current and future contracts.
• Facilitate contract kick-off meetings.
• Attend and present in meetings as required.
• Assist in proposals and bids as needed.
• Perform other duties as appropriate and as assigned.