Provide strategic and operational leadership across digital, data, technology for East West Railway. Shape the digital foundations of a modern railway organisation.
About the role
- Director of Contracts leading MetroStar’s contracting strategies and mentorship of the contracts team. Focused on compliance and enabling growth through effective contracting practices.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, shaping enterprise-wide contracts and procurement strategies aligned with MetroStar’s growth objectives
- Define and execute the long-term vision for the Contracts & Procurement function, ensuring scalability, compliance, and continuous improvement
- Provide front-end strategic assessment of business pursuits to support informed bid/no-bid and contract acquisition decisions
- Balance risk, compliance, and business agility to enable successful program delivery and customer outcomes
- Operate as a hands-on, player–coach, personally leading complex, high-risk, or high-visibility contract negotiations
- Provide cradle-to-grave contract management for Federal contracts, including FFP, CPFF, LH, T&M, IDIQs, and task orders
- Negotiate prime contracts, subcontracts, modifications, amendments, and extensions within approved boundaries
- Interpret, analyze, and communicate RFQs/RFPs, FAR, DFARS, agency regulations, flow-downs, and contract terms across the organization
- Lead, mentor, and develop the contracts and subcontracts team, fostering a culture of accountability, trust, and continuous improvement
- Establish clear expectations, performance goals, and career development plans for team members
- Build a strong leadership bench and succession pipeline within the Contracts & Procurement organization
- Identify, assess, document, and mitigate contractual risk in partnership with Legal, Finance, and executive leadership
- Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, agency regulations, and internal policies across all contracts and procurements
- Implement and maintain standard contract practices and governance frameworks across the organization
- Support DCMA-approved purchasing systems and Contractor Procurement System Reviews (CPSR)
- Oversee contract lifecycle management processes and systems, including contract repositories, reporting, and tracking mechanisms
- Manage and support government portals and systems (e.g., GSA eBuy/eLibrary, SAM.gov, PIEE, CHESS, SeaPort)
- Develop and maintain reports, metrics, and dashboards to measure contract performance, risk, and efficiency
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline contract administration and procurement processes
- Support proposal development by authoring and reviewing compliant administrative, business, and cost/price proposal volumes
- Partner with capture and proposal teams to analyze solicitation requirements and develop competitive contractual strategies
- Lead contract closeout activities, including preparation and submission of final documentation and vouchers
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field
- 10+ years of Federal Government contracting experience with expert knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and agency regulations
- 5+ years of supervisory or people leadership experience
- Experience supporting Federal agencies (e.g., DoD, DHS, DOS), including alternative acquisition approaches such as CSOs, SBIRs, and OTAs
- Proven ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and lead through influence
- Active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain one)
- Ability to travel as needed for client engagements, training, and business needs
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Parental Leave and dependent care
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
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