Directorate Contract Manager

At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget.

Our directorates related to Mission Support & Operations include Office of General Counsel, Business Services, Communications and External Engagement, Operational Systems, Communications and Information Technology, and Performance Management.

The Business Services Directorate (BSD) provides crucial financial, procurement and sales, and project management services to PNNL, as required under our management and operations contract for operating the Lab on behalf of the Department of Energy. Our goal in offering these services is to ensure efficient, effective, and compliant business operations that enhance PNNL's scientific impact.

BSD presents exciting opportunities for financial professionals seeking career growth. Wefoster a dynamic environment where individuals can develop their skills, take on leadership roles, and contribute to high-impact projects. By working with multidisciplinary teams, professionals have the chance to broaden their expertise, engage in continuous learning, and advance their careers while contributing to the groundbreaking scientific work at PNNL.

The Directorate Contract Manager is a Group Leader responsible for leading contracting activities for assigned Laboratory directorates. This position provides strategic direction, manages a complex contracting portfolio, leads professional staff, and serves as a trusted contracting advisor to Laboratory leadership and customers.

The role requires extensive contracting expertise, including application of FAR and DEAR requirements within the DOE Management and Operating (M&O) environment, as well as strong business judgment, strategic leadership, and the ability to influence and collaborate across organizational boundaries.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and develop a team of contracting professionals responsible for acquisitions ranging from commercial goods and services to complex, high-risk requirements, including construction, fabricated hardware, foreign awards, and specialized contracting activities.
• Develop and execute contracting strategies that align Laboratory and directorate priorities with DOE requirements and mission needs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and strategic advisor on contracting strategy, policy, risk, FAR/DEAR requirements, and DOE M&O contracting.
• Establish priorities, allocate resources, and manage workload to achieve schedule, quality, customer service, and compliance objectives.
• Evaluate complex contracting and business issues, assess risk, and recommend solutions that balance mission, compliance, cost, schedule, and business needs.
• Provide direction and oversight for acquisition strategies, solicitations, evaluations, awards, modifications, negotiations, and contracting documentation.
• Use business data, metrics, and key performance indicators to monitor performance, identify risks and trends, and drive continuous improvement.
• Build strong partnerships with Laboratory leadership, customers, stakeholders, and peers across the DOE laboratory complex.
• Anticipate emerging business and contracting requirements and strengthen organizational capabilities, processes, tools, and workforce readiness.
• Lead cross-organizational initiatives and represent PC&A in strategic activities and working groups.
• Recruit, coach, develop, and manage professional staff, including Team Leaders, with responsibility for performance management, workforce planning, career development, recognition, retention, and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability,…