Contracts Manager - International Development - CDM Smith : Job Details

**38738BR**

**Requisition ID:**

38738BR

**Business Unit:**

DAS

**Job Description:**

The International Development group is seeking a Contracts Manager to support our global business. This position is expected to be based in the United States with remote work opportunity.

In this role you will lead and manage the contracts function for CDM Smiths International Development Group (IDG), ensuring rigorous compliance with client-specific regulations as well as corporate policies and procedures. Oversee all contractual aspects of projects, from initiation to completion, in support of successful project execution and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities include:

I. Contract and Proposal Management/Administration

Manage and oversee the contract management/administration function and preparation of proposals.

Serve as primary point of contact and official representative of IDG with clients on contractual matters.

Explain terms and conditions to project delivery teams throughout the award and project lifecycle, review and approve the contracts approvals matrix.

Draft, review, edit and approve documents and requests that are sent to the Client Contracting Officer's (CO).

Review RFPs (Request for Proposals), RFTOPs (Request for Task Order Proposals) and other requests for bids and pricing information for business risks, including financial, performance related, indemnification, export, reputational, and other risks to be mitigated. Show risks and issues, suggest alternatives that lead to the best solution and engage other units and corporate as necessary to address the risk.

Review and support completing responses for Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) and respond to any inquiries/questions from the COs office.

Manage and review data for US government reporting systems (FFATA, SAM, eSRS, etc.) as required by regulations and contracts.

Support subcontract and procurement staff with subcontract agreements and issue resolutions on client contracts including development of required incorporated regulations for inclusion into agreements and consent requests to clients.

Assist CSL (Client Service Leader) on third Party credit risk determination by Treasurer for new clients, and existing as needed.

Draft contract close-out related documents such as requests for Contractor quick closeout, excess fund review forms, and USAID Contractors release, etc.

Assist the Treasury Group and Unit Finance group in development of the CDM International Annual Indirect Cost Rate through its submittal of the Incurred Cost Submission (ICS) to DCAA and development of the Negotiated Indirect Costs Agreement (NICRA) with USAID, including its compliance on USAID projects.

Create required small business plans in line with client goals during proposal stage. Report semi-annually on actual costs and goals through the US government eSRS system, and send to client contracting officers during project implementation.

II. Contract Review and Negotiation

Serve as the lead for pre-award review of complex, large, high visibility and high-risk contracts.

Review and negotiate terms and conditions of solicitations, contracts, work orders, team subcontracts, and other agreements after first obtaining required division and corporate reviews.

Prepare teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and other contractual agreements to advance business needs when we serve as subcontractor to a Prime.

Stay abreast of USG (US Government) rules and regulations applicable to the management of contracts and procurement (FAR, AIDAR (Agency For International Development Acquisition Regulation), ADS (Aid Directive System), DSSR (Department Of State Standard Regulations), OMB (Office of Management Budget), CFR (Code of Federal Regulations).

III. Department and Team Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for high-risk contract management or administration issues within assigned area of responsibility.

Provide assistance and cooperation to the corporate function for government audits.

Take an active role with cross departmental teams, taking part in corporate initiatives and proposing innovative solutions to problems of medium complexity.

Work with senior representatives from other departments on company-wide initiatives and issues.

Manages the day-to-day activity of supporting contracts and subcontracts.

Manage the development and training of staff.

IV. Contract Compliance

Oversee the management of cost and proposal administration including Summary of Offer, Representations, Certifications, proposal support documents and subcontracting plans.

Ensure compliance with contractual terms and government regulations consistent with policies and procedures and government systems and requirements

V. Contract Finances

Oversee the management of financial issues associated with contracts including project enrollment and maintenance; cooperates with division in the development of division budget.

VI. Other Contract Support

Performs other duties in support of the Federal Contracts department.

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**Job Title:**

Contracts Manager - International Development

**Group:**

DUS

**Employment Type:**

Regular

**Minimum Qualifications:**

Bachelor's degree. 7 years of related experience with 2 years staff management experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

High proficiency in USG rules and regulations (FAR & AIDAR).

Previous experience with other international donor contracts such as USAID, Millenium Challenge Corp (MCC), World Bank Group (WBG), Asia Development Bank (ADB), the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), and/or other foreign Countries/Agencies is preferred.

**EEO Statement:**

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**Job Site Location:**

Virginia - Fairfax

**Agency Disclaimer:**

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

**Amount of Travel Required:**

5%

**Assignment Category:**

Fulltime-Regular

**Visa Sponsorship Available:**

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

**Skills and Abilities:**

Ability to interact with senior leadership. Requires excellent verbal and written skills, ability to interact with all levels of staff, as well as outside clients and vendors. Requires ability to oversee concurrent complex projects involving detail coordination with many levels of staff. Requires close attention to details, as well as the ability to manage staff.

**Background Check and Drug Testing Information:**

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as CDM Smith) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

**Additional Compensation:**

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

**Work Location Options:**

Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.