Contracts Manager

Job Category: Contracts

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

CACI delivers distinctive expertise and differentiated technology to U.S. government customers in support of critical national security missions. Our 24,000 talented and dynamic employees are ever vigilant in delivering distinctive expertise and technology to meet our customers’ greatest challenges in national security.

CACI is seeking a talented and highly motivated Contracts Manager to support its Technology Programs across multiple Lines of Business (LoB) – with a focus on the Command, Control, Computing, and Intelligence (C3I) LoB. Technology Programs are made up of contracts where CACI will design, develop, and apply technology solutions to solve our customer’s most complex problems. The C3I LoB provides technology which enables support to air, ground, sea, space, and cyber domains while providing software-defined electronic warfare (EW), signals intelligence (SIGINT), and counter-unmanned systems (C-UxS) solutions that deliver information dominance and address the cross-domain challenges of today and tomorrow. This LoB includes a large$1B+ US Navy Program delivering Shipboard Offensive Electromagnetic Attack/Electromagnetic Warfare (EA/EW) and Cyber Operations, and also where the $1.275B acquisition of Azure Summit Technology (https://investor.caci.com/news/news-details/2024/CACI-Completes-Acquisition-of-Azure-Summit-Technology/default.aspx) resides. CACI Azure Summit Technology is a provider of innovative, high-performance radio frequency (RF) technology and engineering, focused on electromagnetic spectrum.

This Contracts Manager role will be based in the Northern Virginia region and will be expected to have frequent access to multiple offices and secure compartmented information facilities (SCIFs) within the region. The successful candidate will have the flexibility to work from the office and remotely from home when SCIF access is not needed to accomplish their responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will bring experience supporting capture teams under traditional FAR part 15 methods, as well as part 35 (Broad Agency Announcements), and Other Transactional Authority. Additionally, experience supporting the Intelligence Community on technology solutions contracts is preferred.

Within CACI, Contract Managers are expected to build trust and respect with our acquisition customers. Contract Managers serves as the official face of CACI, performing negotiations and contract management duties in all phases of our Programs, from pre-award through the full development, production, and sustainment lifecycle. The Contracts function is a strategic business partner responsible for building lasting relationships and delivering balanced and equitable business deals thus ensuring the long-term, mutual success of the of CACI and its Customers. As such, the candidate will be able to impact business outcomes, collaborate across the business and with other functions, cultivate relationships with DoD, Intelligence, and Commercial Customers and shape and draft creative business solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Provide contractual expertise and leadership to multiple program teams, primarily in the context of federal procurement regulation;

• Build and maintain relationships with the Government Contracting Officer or Prime Contractor;

• Negotiate price, terms, and conditions with clients;

• Negotiate contractual agreements, including contract, bailment agreements, non-disclosure agreements, associate contractor agreements and teaming agreements;

• Monitor performance on a portfolio of contracts and be an active participate in change management;

• Participate in the development and review of proposals, ensuring compliance with solicitation requirements and corporate policy;

• Establish excellent working relationships with Program Managers and other internal stake holders in other functional areas such as pricing, procurement, and government compliance;

• Review opportunities for risks, ensure risk assessments are conducted in accordance with corporate policy, and provide mitigation recommendations and approaches;

• Route organizational conflict of interest screenings in accordance with company policy and interpret contract terms subsequent issues related to organizational conflicts of interest; and

• Actively participate in client meetings and reviews.

Additionally, the Contracts Manager will:

• Work independently on larger, moderately complex projects/assignments to include proposals and contract risk reviews;

• Apply business acumen and Government acquisition knowledge to develop opportunity shaping and negotiation strategies;

• Proactively advise management of contractual rights, obligations, and risks;

• Support and lead negotiations;

• Ensure compliance with CACI Contracts policies and guidelines as well as with US Government laws and regulations;

• Influence internal and external stakeholders through use of facts, policies, and acquisition best practices.

• Demonstrate the ability to find equitable solutions to complex problems with various customers;

• Coordinate with CACI Export team for processing export licenses and documentation;

• Mentor junior members on staff, and

• Review pricing documentation for compliance with corporate policy and process and provide thoughtful feedback.

Key Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience reviewing and negotiating US Government and commercial agreements;

• Typically requires an Bachelor degree in business, finance, or related field.

• A demonstrated understanding and strong working knowledge of US Government Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS) and agency supplements

• Adept at contract analysis;

• The aptitude to work on diverse contractual issues simultaneously;

• The ability to frame, draft and negotiate agreements;

• Excellent presentation and communication skills;

• Strong work ethic with a commitment to ensure that all deadlines are met on time and with a high degree of quality;

• The skill to be persuasive while maintain a positive customer and/or teammate relationship;

• Current or recent National Security Clearance at the TS level with an SCI level clearance and willingness to consent to a government-sponsored Polygraph; and

• Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) and/or Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or graduate degree, are a plus.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)

Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$74,600-$156,700

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.