Contract Manager at ARES Corporation

McLean, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

170000.0

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Management, Government Contracting, FAR, DFARS, Cost Plus Contracts, Contract Negotiation, Proposal Preparation, Data Analysis, Task Order Planning, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Planning, Organization, Interpersonal Skills

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

ARES is recruiting for a Contract Manager with Government contract experience for a short-term assignment assisting with upcoming contract phase-ins. The selected individual will be responsible for: * Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing a broad range of contracts and agreements * Completing comprehensive reviews of customer contracts and terms and conditions * Providing interpretation of contract terms and conditions to management and other functional groups. * Advising and assisting management on contractual matters including compiling and analyzing data/information; maintaining historical information/files; and task order planning Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. * A minimum of three years of directly relevant experience in a contracts management position. * Experience in contracting with the U.S. government; experience in aerospace is desired. * Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). * Experience with Cost Plus contracts. * Knowledge of Federal contract formation and proposal preparation. * Demonstrated negotiation and problem-solving skills. * Strong planning and organization skills. Proven attention to detail and the ability to spot errors and inconsistencies. * Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work with a team at all levels of an organization, including ability to effectively interact with and engage senior management both internally and externally on key issues during the contract and compliance process. * Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel. ARES Benefits: ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in: * Medical Insurance * Dental Insurance * Vision Insurance * HSA/FSA Accounts * Life & Disability Insurance * Critical Illness & Accident Insurance * ESOP * 401(k) Plan * Paid Time Off & Holidays ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).

Responsibilities

The Contract Manager will draft, review, and negotiate various agreements while providing expert interpretation of contract terms to management. They are also responsible for task order planning, maintaining historical files, and analyzing data to support contractual compliance.