Director, Contracts

Location: Rockville, MD (Hybrid)

LCG is a minority-owned technology consulting firm that has been a trusted partner to more than 40 federal agencies, including 21 of the 27 Institutes and Centers (ICs) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). For over 25 years, LCG has brought digitization and innovation to the Health and Human Services (HHS) and the NIH ecosystems. We support IT organizations by bringing precision technology and operation models that achieve mission capabilities and performance success.

Position Description:

The Director, Contracts will oversee all aspects of contract management, including cradle-to-grave contract administration, compliance, risk mitigation, and process improvement. This role is essential for ensuring the organization meets regulatory requirements while fostering business growth. The ideal candidate will serve as the key legal advisor on contractual matters, risk management, and corporate policies while working closely with leadership, business development, and program teams to drive growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management and Administration

• Manage the full lifecycle of contracts (cradle-to-grave), including RFP/RFI analysis, proposal support, contract negotiation, award review, execution, administration, modifications, and closeout for a portfolio of federal contracts, subcontracts, and teaming agreements.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, GSA schedules, and other applicable government regulations.
• Lead the GSA MAS schedule SIN addition process.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contract terms and conditions to ensure compliance, mitigate organizational risk, and align with corporate objectives.
• Oversee subcontractor agreements, teaming agreements, NDAs, and other contractual documents.
• Review and interpret contractual terms, identify risks, and recommend mitigations.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with key stakeholders, including Contracting Officers, Procurement Specialists, partners, prime contractors, and subcontractors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for complex contract issues, coordinating resolution efforts and ensuring consistent, transparent communication.

Leadership and Strategy

• Lead a team of contracts professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth.
• Develop and implement contracts policies, processes, and templates to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership, business development, finance, and program management to develop contract strategies that support the company's growth initiatives and revenue objectives.
• Partner with Business Development and Capture teams to review RFPs, RFIs, and contract proposals for risk assessment and compliance.
• Leverage data-driven insights to inform leadership on contract performance, pipeline forecasts, and market trends that influence contract acquisition and retention strategies.

Compliance and Risk Mitigation

• Serve as the company's subject matter expert on contracting-related regulations and statutes (FAR and agency-specific supplements), keeping abreast of policy changes and emerging compliance requirements.
• Identify potential risk areas in existing and proposed contracts and develop mitigation strategies to protect the organization's interests and ensure contractual compliance.
• Establish, refine, and maintain standard operating procedures and internal controls to support full compliance with government regulations and internal policies.

Process Improvement and Reporting

• Analyze and report on key contract metrics and performance indicators to executive leadership.
• Drive process improvements to optimize contract administration and reduce cycle times.
• Stay current with regulatory and industry trends, ensuring the company adapts to changing requirements.

Requirements:

Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing (preferred but not required).

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in contracts administration and management, with at least 7 years in a leadership role preferably within a mid-sized GovCon environment.
• Strong expertise in GSA MAS schedule compliance and add SIN process.
• Deep understanding of government procurement, bid protests, contract claims, and dispute resolution.
• Proven track record managing a diverse portfolio of contract vehicles (ID/IQ, GWAC, BPA, FFP, T&M, CPFF, CPAF, and CPIF) and working with various federal agencies.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams and scaling contract operations within a growing organization.
• Experience with IT services and solutions contracts is highly preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of FAR and agency-specific regulations.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, leadership, and risk management capabilities.
• Proficiency with contracts management software and tools and familiarity with financial and ERP systems.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex contractual issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• High ethical standards, integrity, and sound judgment.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic mindset with a focus on growth and compliance.
• Ability to lead in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Collaborative approach to cross-functional teamwork.

Compensation and Benefits

The projected base compensation range for this position is $160,700 to $190,600 per year, benchmarked in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Salary at LCG is determined by various factors, including but not limited to role, location, the combination of education/training, knowledge, skills, competencies, certifications, and work experience.

LCG offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement plan contributions, as well as paid leave, federal holidays, professional development, and lifestyle benefits.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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