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ProSidian Seeks a Energy Data Management Contract Manager (CM) in Mid Atlantic Washington Metropolitan Area (Northern Virginia | Washington DC | Maryland) to support an engagement for the US Govt's combat logistics support agency that manages the global Dept. Of Defense supply chain - from raw materials to end user to disposition - for the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, 10 combatant commands, other federal agencies, and partner and allied nations.  The Agency provides the Department of Defense and other government agencies with comprehensive energy solutions in the most effective and efficient manner possible.

Provide Sustainment Restoration and Modernization Technical Support Services OBO The DLA Energy Sustainment Restoration Modernization (SRM) Division (DLA Energy- LM).  DLA Energy- LM is responsible for sustaining, restoring and modernizing the Department of Defense's (DOD) Petroleum, Oil and Lubricant (POL) infrastructure in order to maximize operational readiness on over 560 sites worldwide. 

The SRM Division provides guidance and assistance to DOD on the maintenance of the fixed POL facilities, to include working with the Office of Secretary of Defense on the DOD Faculties Sustainment Model and the Real Property Classification System. SRM's primary responsibility is planning, budgeting and overseeing maintenance, repair and construction projects in support of fixed fuel infrastructure.

SRM projects are managed into four pillars: Centrally Managed Programs (CMP), Emergent, Recurring Maintenance and Minor Repair (RMMR), and Facility Assessments. SRM Project Managers interact with the organization's stakeholders on a daily basis to manage POL assets for the Army, Air Force, and Navy. DLA's Enterprise Business System (EBS) is currently the system of record to manage and track all real property assets and financials.

The ProSidian shall provide support services in the following consulting and technical areas: (1) Strategic Planning; (2) Program Database Development; (3) Data Analysis; (4) Workflow process improvement; and (5) Senior Program Management.

Energy Data Management Contract Manager (CM) Candidates shall work to support requirements for PR0002 Other Logistical Support As Needed and The Federal Contracts Manager, is an individual contributor, who must have a solid understanding of statutory and regulatory rules that govern federal contracting.  This position requires an individual who has in-depth knowledge of the various aspects of US Federal Government contracting to include proposal development; negotiations, administration, and contract close-out. The Federal Contract Manager will administer contracts and develop/maintain business relationships at the project and program level. The candidate will implement contracting strategies, answer questions on the operational aspects of contracting and specific contract management aspects pertaining to the programs assigned; contribute to new and innovative business and contracting solutions; support business planning activities. The candidate must be independent and a self-starter and as much focused on the business of the business as they are on contractual matters.

• Provide full life-cycle contract management including: Develop, negotiate, administer and close out Government Agency contracts and task orders.
• Manage a number of key contracts supporting ProSidian Engagement Teams and ensure compliance with contracts policies, procedures, operating practices and department standards to ensure successful program execution within requirements and organization objectives.
• Provide program development support, including customer relationship management, assistance with work statements and review/submission of technical/cost proposals.
• Prepare, negotiate and administer various contract agreements (e.g. Non-disclosure Agreements, Software Evaluation Agreements, etc.) and the interpretation of contractual language and provisions.
• Serve as a primary interface between ProSidian and the Agency or Prime Contractor Contracting Officers for contract and proposal financial management issues, including developing timely and actionable solutions that balance the interests of both ProSidian and its customers; monitor assigned programs for contract terms; support contract and financial tracking/reporting.
• Work directly with ProSidian technical and program management staff to facilitate the resolution of any contract and/or program issues, serve as the Director of Contracts of ProSidian, on any procurement and contracting matters.
• Foster collaborative working relationship with a wide range of stakeholders to include Program Teams, Operations, Program Control, Pricing, Sales, Procurement, Finance, Human Resources, and Government contracting personnel.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain an in-depth knowledge and working understanding of the DoD acquisition and procurement environment, ProSidian contracts function, relevant company policies and procedures, commercial contracting methods, FAR/DFAR, export and other government regulations.
• Manage/execute proposals and contracts requiring a high degree of experience and negotiation expertise.
• Lead or support fact-finding and other audit activities.
• Develop solutions to complex contracting issues, which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation.
• Work to be performed without appreciable direction. Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties.
• Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel, customers and suppliers.
• Uses computer skills to prepare appropriate reports and documents.

The Energy Data Management Contract Manager (CM) shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years, Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/Power point) and related tools and technology required for the position.  Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS:

• Ability to draft moderate to complex contractual instruments.
• Ability to resolve and work through team conflicts and use the synergistic power of teamwork and team planning to achieve positive results and outcomes for the business.
• Ability to summarize/synopsize contract analysis during contract performance for management consideration.
• Able to use independent judgment and creativity applied to resolution of contract issues.
• Able to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communications and negotiating skills including ability to interact with all levels of staff from administrative to executive.
• Experience with researching and interpreting contracting concepts.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and time management.
• Must have ability to manage changing priorities
• Proficiency with recent versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Regularly exercise independent judgment and discretion in solving complex contract and business issues.
• Strong to excellent analytical, communication, teambuilding, leadership and presentation skills

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field or a Procurement related major and/or equivalent experience required.
• At least 5 years of Contracting experience or equivalent with the DoD and/or DoD Contractor. Demonstrated experience with FAR/DFAR.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Experience analyzing, formulating, negotiating contract documents such as, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements (TAs), etc.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating complex teaming arrangements or other types of contracting arrangements.
• Experience with different contract types including firm fixed price, cost type, time and material contracts, and international FMS/DCS
• Minimum Experience of Bachelor's plus 8 years of experience or the equivalent in job-relevant work experience 7 years of experience in contract negotiation/administration, preferably specializing in government contracts, procurement and/or contract management.
• Thorough understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations, Supplemental Regulations and Cost Accounting Standards, and preparing Cost and Business Management proposals. Experience with all forms of government solicitations (RFP, RFQ, and other forms) and managing all forms of government contracts (Cost-type, FFP, T&M ID/IQ contracts, GWACS, and GSA Multiple Award Schedules), including reviewing and understanding pricing, representations and certifications, and subcontracting issues.
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Department of Defense Security Clearance

Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

TRAVEL:  Travel as coordinated with the technical point of contact and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer in advance, is allowed, in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations.  LOCATION:  Work shall be conducted at the Mid Atlantic Washington Metropolitan Area (Northern Virginia | Washington DC | Maryland)

• U.S.  Citizenship Required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
• All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a "Facility Access Authorization" (also referred to as an "Employment Authorization") by the USG's designated Security Office.

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As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with at least three (3) Goals for each of the firms Eight Prosidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting.  

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
• Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization - ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Business Tools -  understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors
• Curiosity - the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
• Humility - ...