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EY Federal Contracts Assistant Director in McLean, Virginia
Federal Contracts Assistant Director
Core Business Services
Requisition # MCL0055H
Post Date 3 days ago
Join our Core Business Services (CBS) team and you will help support the important business enablement functions that keep our organization running strong. As a CBS professional, you will work across teams to provide the knowledge, resources and tools that help EY deliver exceptional quality service to our clients, win in the marketplace and support EY’s growth and profitability. Major teams within CBS include Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Enterprise Support Services, Brand Marketing and Communications, Business Development, Knowledge and Risk Management.
With so many offerings, you have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.
Job Summary:
The Federal Contracts Assistant Director has responsibility for managing client engagement contracts, particularly where the United States government is the client. Reviews solicitations, proposals, bids and contract modifications that are complex in nature. Monitors and reviews assigned contracts to make certain requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions are in compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, firm policy and procedures. Develops and maintains relationship with government contracting officers and internal project teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for federal contracts from inception through close out. This includes but is not limited to:
Makes certain contracts are in compliance with firm policies and procedures, as well as, federal, state and local reporting requirements; includes compliance with government standards and practices such as Defense Contractor Audit Agency “DCAA” and Federal Acquisition Regulation “ FAR” requirements
Reviews and manages contractual obligations of the parties and provides continual review to ensure that all terms and conditions are met
Drafts and reviews Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements (TAs), subcontracts and Requests for Proposal to subcontractors
Drafts complex contractual documents to include, contract modifications, subcontract modifications
Assess issues and risks and provides guidance and alternate solutions to assigned contracts’ business unit along with consulting with legal and other sections of the firm
Manages the assignment of the proposal management team in order to make certain contract compliance is maintained according to agreement standards
Monitors and evaluates changing federal contract requirements and industry trends and applies to contracts assigned
Acts as technical resource for complex contracts
May assist in formulating answers from internal constituents and providing guidance on conflicts of interest, security clauses and government requests
Work with Finance team to ensure proper contract value, funded value, timekeeping, billing and any other financial requirements are met
Update and maintain Contract Management (CM) system; and participate in evaluation, selection and implementation of new CM system
Develops recommendations for process changes, enhancements and changes to improve efficiency
Applies advanced principles and concepts in relation to government sector
Review, analyze and assess request for proposals/quotes and the terms and conditions
Use of independent judgment and thinking applied to resolution of contract issues
Expected at times to accomplish work through subordinate professionals
Works independently on complex projects
Receives general direction rather than supervision
Work is reviewed only for results obtained
May supervise and/or manage training and development of team members
Extended hours maybe required
Qualifications, education and certification:
Bachelor or graduate degree or equivalent of on the job experience
Approximately 8-10 years of experience; 4-6 years in contract administration preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent working knowledge of contract concepts and Federal Acquisition Regulations
Strong working knowledge and application of firm policies and procedures
Strong executive presence
Demonstrated project management skills & ability to manage complex multiple projects
Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
Ability to build relationships and create networks
Leadership/Natural authority
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.