Deputy Contracts Director

Company: Oceaneering International
Location: Hanover
Posted on: April 15, 2024

Job Description:

Company Profile

Oceaneering Technologies (OTECH) develops, manufactures, and operates customized marine systems, shipboard equipment, subsea vehicles, and engineered solutions for commercial and U.S. military vessels.

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments - from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers' challenges - from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Position Summary

The Contract Manager, is a valued business partner collaborating with internal and external stakeholders in support of the products and services we deliver to customers as part of a solution-oriented team, building relationships based on integrity, and working together to exceed our customer expectations and achieve company business goals.

In this role, success of the Contracts Manager depends on a strong culture of embracing ideas and perspectives of diverse skillsets across functional organizations, with a commitment to building positive relationships and a collaborative work ethic to influence and execute balanced business deals.

Duties & Responsibilities

The contract management role will directly report to and act as the deputy to the Director of Contracts. In this fast-paced environment, the deputy will provide full spectrum contracts management duties both to Hanover Leadership and Contracts Management Teams as required by the Director of Contracts. This role will have strong U.S. Government and Commercial Contracting experience to provide strategic guidance and sound contractual and business advice through effective communications as assigned or required. The deputy will be required to work across business units and internal business partners in Program Management, Business Development, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other functions to achieve business results.

As the deputy to the Director of Contracts it is expected that the deputy will apply expertise and experience to support efforts to secure new business growth opportunities. The deputy will serve as an authorized empowered representative for the Company who will interface with Customer buying representatives or management thereof, for contractual issues, negotiations, and other discussions. You will be expected to rapidly build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers to assist with mission success.

The Deputy Director of Contracts shall:
--- Act in the role as deputy to the Director of Contracts.

--- Represent the Director of Contracts as needed.

--- Responsibilities will include oversight of Contracts staff as required.

--- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

--- Contribute to Capture teams for establishing strategies for business pursuits.

--- Responsibilities will include oversight of contracts of various values and complexities with management visibility throughout the business organization.

--- Effectively employ the principles of contract management standards and contractual matters.

--- Provide leadership and strategic guidance for responses to requests for proposals, including but not limited to proposal responses, risks identification and mitigation, and negotiation in collaboration with internal business partners.

--- Highly knowledgeable of the FAR/ DFAR.

--- Highly proficient with Contract types (CPFF/CPIF/CAF/FFP, and Time & Material) and fee structures in accordance with the rules and regulations specified by contract, as well as internal policies and procedures.

--- Provide sound contract management and advice to meet customer obligations and achieve company objectives for both government and commercial contracts.

--- Oversight for management of contract performance to scope, terms, and conditions, applicable FAR/ DFAR or other government agency regulations.

--- Draft and conduct reviews/ redline of contractual documents such as agreements, contract terms and conditions, letters of communication, and other documents of a contractual nature.

--- Establish open line of communications with Supply Chain for contract requirements and flow downs to Suppliers and Subcontractors and effective identification and monitoring of risks to company contract performance.

--- Act as a management point of contact for communications with the government representatives as needed; help drive closure of contractual matters.

--- Employ effective verbal and written communications internally and externally coordinating customer responses with the appropriate internal business partners.

--- Assist Director with oversight of the Contracts Teamwork output, mentor and guide Contacts staff personnel as assigned or needed.

--- Interact with all levels of management as required employing sound judgement to keep management apprised in a timely manner of contractual matters that affect contract performance.

--- Collaborate with business partners including but not limited to Portfolio Managers, Business Development, Business/ Financial Manager, Program Managers, Engineering Managers, Quality, Operations, Security.

--- Collaborate with Legal including but not limited to terms and conditions of contract or subcontract, Memorandums of Agreement, Letter Contracts, Proprietary Information Exchange/ Non-Disclosure Agreements, and Teaming Agreements Contracts, Request for Proposal reviews, contract performance issues and other contractual matters.

--- Understand U.S. Government FAR accounting & financial principles (e.g., Cost Accounting Standards) and DFAR requirements addressing cost proposal requirements and adequacy, requests for equitable adjustments, invoicing, and more.

--- Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

--- Bachelor's Degree, Degree in Government Acquisition, Masters/ advanced degree, or Juris Doctorate, or CPA preferred.

--- NCMA CPCM or other equivalent certification or accreditation.

--- Previous management experience in leadership of a Contracts team.

--- 15+ of experience in Government Contracts, including as Prime Contractor and Subcontractor.

--- Active TS Clearance with SCI, poly a plus and will be required.

--- Strong knowledge and understanding of various types of Contracts and Fee structures including but not limited to CPFF/CPIF/ CPAF/ FFP, and Time & Material.

--- Ability to write, edit, redline, and negotiate contractual language and agreements in collaboration with Legal and the business teams, including but not limited to terms and conditions of contract or subcontract, Memorandums of Agreement Letter Contracts, Proprietary Information Exchange/ Non-Disclosure Agreements, and Teaming Agreements.

--- Highly proficient with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DFAR and other applicable agency regulations.

--- Demonstrated leadership, self-direction, sound judgement and strong and collaborative work ethic with the ability to prioritize is essential.

--- Strong organization skills for maintenance of a Contracts Management System for contract documentation and record retention, policies, and procedures.

--- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills at all levels.

--- Demonstrated business acumen and strategic thinking skills.

--- Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills to adequately interpret contractual guidelines and identify potential solutions even if no solution seems apparent.

--- Working knowledge of ITAR and Export Regulations.

--- Must be a US Citizen.

DESIRED

--- Experience with commercial contracts.

Additional Information

This position is Hybrid - Remote and will require commuting to a designated office. Hybrid work schedules are determined by the hiring manager based on business need.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity,national origin, veteran status,disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors

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