Montage is looking for a Contracts and Compliance Manager with a deep understanding of government contract compliance to join our growing team. Qualified candidates will have the experience and attention to detail needed to manage our agency contracts and ensure delivery of services.
This is a full-time, exempt position working a hybrid schedule of home office and at Montage’s McLean, VA or Rockville, MD office a minimum of twice a week. Anticipated annual salary for this position is $65,000 – $80,000 (commensurate on relevant experience).
The Contracts and Compliance Manager is responsible to ensure the agency remains compliant with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) and basic federal, state, and local government agency compliance requirements. The Manager is responsible for a variety of contracts, agreements, and quality assurance plans in accordance with agency procedures, applicable laws, and government requirements.
Knowledge, Experience, and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in business, law, or certification from an accredited procurement program such as the National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP) or certification from another such program(s) as deemed appropriate or equivalent years of experience in Contracts Administration.
- 8+ years of experience in government procurement or government contracts administration.
- Experience in interpreting, applying, and incorporating local, state, and federal laws, rules, regulations, procedures, and guidelines for prevailing wage, MBE, WBE, DBE, and affirmative action into contracts is preferred.
- Mastery of federal government contract vehicles (Oasis 8a, 8a), schedules (GSA MAS), and knowledgeable of various contract and agreement types including FFP, Cost Reimbursable, T&M, IDIQ, MAS, BPA/BOA, NDAs, and TAs.
- Experience reviewing federal contractual documents and identifying elements for compliance.
- Proficient technology skills particularly with Mac and Microsoft Office products.
- Knowledge of the FAR, DFAR.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Develop a system to monitor, track, and manage agency compliance to contract terms and conditions.
- Ensure contract deliverables are scheduled, monitored, and delivered on time and in accordance with contract QASP or QAP.
- Ensure compliance with submission instructions for invoices, reports, expenses, and other deliverables as outlined in a client contract.
- Keep a system to log non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, vendor agreements, subcontracts, and certifications.
- Collaborate with Finance department on invoicing requirements and wage requirements.
- Keep a system to log third party certifications to include SAM, SBA 8A, ASMPP, Oasis 8A, WBE/WOSB, NMSDC, SBE, MBE, DBE, SBR, LSBRP and provide assistance during renewal periods.
- Take action in dealing with non-compliance situations, creating realistic plans to overcome vulnerabilities.
- Track and ensure compliance with contract labor set aside designations.
- Disseminate information regarding the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program and the Small Business and Local Preference Program.
- Manage and maintain state licensures, registrations, and annual renewals.
- The above duties and responsibilities are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any position. It is not intended to limit in any way the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
About Montage Marketing Group
Montage Marketing Group (Montage) is a marketing outreach, engagement, communications, and events agency based in the Washington, D.C. metro area. While we host all the capabilities of a full-service marketing agency, Montage focuses on crafting creative, customer-centered experiences, and communications. Our campaigns inspire action and build relationships between our clients and their customers.
Montage invests its time in projects that make a meaningful difference in the world. Whatever our task – we believe in going above and beyond. It’s all part of our ethos, and it’s lived out every day in our team. At Montage, we believe our diversity is one of our greatest strengths, and we encourage candidates with unconventional experience and heaps of ambition to apply.
How to Apply
At Montage, we’re passionate about putting our talents, knowledge, interests, and experience to work every day. We produce strong work because we put connection first. We want someone who also values connection, respect, and collaboration. Someone who understands a thriving work environment is built on more than any one production. Sound like you? Apply today.
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.