Head of Government Contracts Job at Acara Solutions, Austin, TX

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  • Acara Solutions
  • Austin, TX

Job Description


The Head of Government Contracts is responsible for the contractual elements of our clients Federal's programs.  This includes the proposal and contracting process, ongoing contract modifications and the issuance of subcontracts to performers. This position supports the growth of our clients Federal along with the management of contracts to performers.

Location: Remote (must be able to work in CST)

Duration: Fulltime/Direct hire

  • Manage all aspects of our clients Federal Contracts including scoping, execution, compliance, modifications and reporting.
  • Manage the execution and modification of our clients Federal subcontractor contracts.
  • Work with business development and sales team members to support new program pursuit, proposals, capture, and contracting.
  • Identify and minimize risks to our clients Federal.
  • Build relationships with stakeholders among our clients customers, affiliates and ecosystem partners.
  • Represent our clients Federal at relevant meetings to advance the interests of the organization. 

Personal Characteristics

  • Results-oriented and a self-starter who can operate autonomously, while collaborating and communicating effectively with the rest of the team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills - direct, concise, and analytical. 
  • A vision and passion for shaping the company's objectives and forming plans to meet them.
  • A team player, humble, and collaborative - as a small team, we all work closely together as one unit. "We" before "I".
  • Impeccable integrity, high ethical standards, and authenticity. You lead by example. 
  • Strong interpersonal skills and able to quickly establish credibility.

Job Requirements

Required Skills / Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience working with government contracts.
  • Capable of simultaneously managing multiple projects at different stages of execution.
  • Creativity in addressing legal and business risks in contracts.
  • Exceptional skills in time management, facilitation, and organization.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

Job Tags

Ongoing contract, Full time, Remote work,

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