Senior Contracts Manager

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-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers.

Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit  Follow us on Linked In, X, Facebook, and Instagram.

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Contracts Manager to oversee all aspects of our organizational contracts. As our Contracts Manager you will be responsible for drafting, negotiating, and executing a wide range of agreements, ensuring strict adherence to legal standards and company policies. This role requires exceptional analytical and communication skills to manage risk, optimize financial outcomes, and foster strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and external vendors/clients.

This is a remote position with up to 10% travel.

• Serve as a lead resource within the BWXT Advanced Technologies Contracts Management organization and as advisor to company personnel at all levels to ensure that company strategic business and financial objectives are achieved throughout the contracting process.
• Draft, negotiate and amend contracts and various other contractual agreements, resolving legal and contract related issues, supporting proposal efforts, supporting other cross-functional teams; and review of risks and response to/negotiate contracts and agreements that provide for the desired customer results and beneficial financial outcomes for the company.
• Interface with all management levels to ensure BWXT Corporate Policies and Contracting Guidelines are identified and followed, and required approvals are attained as necessary.
• Work independently managing daily project compliance to contracting requirements while monitoring and properly resolving any contract issues
• Provide support to Business Development throughout the proposal preparation cycle including review of all incoming Requests for Proposals (RFP’s) regarding risk, cost, type of contract, payment terms, and fee determination; works in conjunction with Business Development and Legal departments in negotiating mutually acceptable terms for various agreement(s) in support of pre- and post-proposal or transition activities; supports proposal administrative activities and on-site support for contract transition or resource augmentation.
• Maintain archive of all contracts and modifications thereto.
• Serve as primary customer interface for business and contracting matters and maintain good relations with external and internal customers, while simultaneously protecting the interests of BWXT Advanced Technologies.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with 10+ years of relevant contract experience; OR
• Master's degree with at least 8 years of relevant experience in contract administration or…