The selected candidate will act as the senior lead of a high-energy, dynamic team reporting to more senior leaders. * Act as a trusted advisor, providing expert counsel and guidance on all contractual matters. * Review contractual terms and conditions for their acceptability, assess impact, mitigate and manage risk, and ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate policy. * Responsible for negotiating, structuring, drafting, and managing Subcontract Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and Teaming Agreements. * Oversee contract performance and ensure contractual obligations are met. * Serve as the primary liaison with internal stakeholders and external customers to ensure alignment on contract terms, expectations, and performance. * Lead the resolution of contract disputes, claims, and performance issues, negotiating amicable solutions where necessary. * Collaborate with the Business Development and Proposal teams to provide contractual input and support for the preparation, review, and submission of proposals. * Contribute to the development and implementation of contract management best practices, policies, and tools, ensuring the team's efficiency and effectiveness. Job Requirements * 10+ years of experience in contract management, including overseeing large, complex proposals, negotiations, and administration of USG and non-USG contracts. * Proven ability to solicit and process complex information and data to solve complex problems and make sound decisions. * Exceptional interpersonal skills with measured and articulate communication skills; ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers; proven history of fostering communication * Must have the ability to make sound business judgments, handle multiple contractual activities with a short turn-around time, and work independently as well as part of a Team. * Bachelor's degree in one of the following disciplines: business, finance, accounting, economics, or contract related field. Additional work experience can be substituted for educational requirements. * High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required. * Ability to travel as required and up to 25%. * May be required to undergo a standard background along with verification of education requirements. # of Hires Needed 1