Contracts Manager - GTRI-ICL - Open Rank with Security Clearance

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Job description

Overview: The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech).Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry.GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry. Georgia Tech's Mission and Values Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do: 1. Students are our top priority. 2. We strive for excellence. 3. We thrive on diversity. 4. We celebrate collaboration. 5. We champion innovation. 6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression. 7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community. 8. We act ethically. 9. We are responsible stewards. Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact. Project/Unit Description The Information and Communications Laboratory (ICL) Communications Systems and Spectrum Division (CSSD) is seeking a Contracts Manager who can provide support for programs involved in the development of innovative solutions for adaptive communications and spectrum learning systems and is looking for a dynamic and challenging work environment. The Division supports work across many branches of the Department of Defense (DoD), including the Army, Navy, and Office of the Secretary of Defense. This position will specifically support the Army Reprogramming Analysis Team (ARAT) program. ARAT's mission is to ensure the ongoing relevance of legacy radars and systems within the intricacies of modern warfare. The ideal candidate will be an inquisitive, self-driven and resourceful person with a desire to bring their contract and project management skills to successfully deliver solutions to the communications and spectrum sensing problems of interest to the DoD. Job Purpose Contract Managers oversee a portfolio of research projects and associated external sponsors. Supports all aspects of multiple Task Order level contract vehicles, and supports GTRI PDs in coordinating contracting issues with Research Administration (OSP). Helps keep internal stakeholders informed regarding programmatic issues. They are responsible for coordinating contract or contract vehicle issues with external sponsors and OSP, including the development of future contracts and contract vehicles through interactions with external sponsors. Assist PI's funded on their contract vehicles in monitoring and controlling the work of producing the products, services or results that the project was undertaken to produce. Success is measured by budget compliance, timeliness, and degree of customer satisfaction. They develop trusted relationships with the COR and/or ACOR and sponsors and also serve in an advisory capacity to critical stakeholders regarding the contractual execution of projects. Must meet all compliance and other regulatory requirements throughout a project's life cycle to successfully close out the time-bound project, program or portfolio. Key Responsibilities Coordinate multiple lab resources, other project directors, division chiefs and other GTRI or GT support units. Provide financial reporting and maintain project schedule for sponsor reporting. Complete monthly sponsor reporting requirements. Coordinate with sponsor on requirements for establishing new task orders and/or modifying existing task orders that are issued as part of contract vehicles. Attends sponsor program reviews, and responsible for review and tracking of project schedules and budgets Responsible for operations and administrative tasks on multi-million dollar, complex contract vehicles that may also have multiple subcontractors. Coordinate with program development leads, SPS, OSP, and other support units on large proposals Comprehensive understanding of PM (operations lead) responsibilities to develop training for lab-level project directors and managers Additional Responsibilities Manage operations and administrative functions in all phases of project life cycle (initiation to closeout). Responsible for project operations, operation and administrative tasks on all size projects from small-to-medium projects of moderate complexity to multi-million dollar, complex projects and/or contract vehicles that may also have multiple subcontractors. Provide financial reporting, develop and maintain schedules and budgets, and adhere to sponsor reporting requirements. Coordinate with project directors, division chiefs and other GTRI or GT support units to share common lab resources. Lead and direct entry-level project managers Compile and edit non-technical deliverables and interface directly with sponsors as required. Validate monthly project expenditures against project schedule and burn plan. Lead programmatic discussions and updates during team meetings and prioritize administrative needs for the technical lead. Required Minimum Qualifications High-level expertise in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and Project Prior/ current contracts and project management experience in a fast-paced, multi-project environment essential. Proven experience in detailed contracts and project management, including budget management and tracking towards defined technical deliverables. Experience writing and managing the team writing of project plans, project proposals and quotes, and professional quarterly and/or final project reports. Excellent oral and written presentation skills. Preferred Qualifications Active Secret Clearance Experience in technical project management. Ability to support engineers with technical documentation and software testing. Understanding of the DoD acquisition process and types of funding Experience working with a team to develop relationships leading to collaborative, contracted work aligned with vision and revenue goals. Ability to contribute to technical solutions and their engineering and documentation as part of a project technical team over multiple projects. Ability to obtain a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification within 2 years of hire date. Travel Requirements Education and Length of Experience This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook 9 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field of study or in a STEM-related field of study 7 years of related experience with a Masters' degree in Business Management or related field of study or in a STEM-related field of study 4 years of related experience with a Ph.D. in Business Management or related field of study or in a STEM-related field of study U.S. Citizenship Requirements Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens. Clearance Type Required Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance. Benefits at GTRI Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link: Equal Employment Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. 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