Contracts Manager

Westerman, Inc., an employee-owned company, is a multiple site manufacturer of production and storage equipment within the oil, gas, and nuclear industries. Our equipment helps optimize well pad design, improve separation efficiency and lower overall equipment spend through high-performance surface separation and processing technology. Our equipment is setting new standards for performance and economics nationwide.

SUMMARY
Westerman, Inc. is seeking a skilled part-time Contracts Manager to oversee federal and subtier contracts. This role focuses on the management of contracts involving the fabrication and/or procurement of fabricated products for federal customers or subtier suppliers to federal entities. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance, drive efficiency, and contribute to business growth through strategic contract management and development activities.

This is a part-time hybrid/remote position.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty or responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Regular and punctual attendance at work is an essential job function of each position and is necessary to your individual effectiveness and that of your work group. Regular and punctual attendance is required of all employees.

• Manage federal and subtier contracts for the fabrication and/or buyout of fabrications required by federal or subtier federal customers, ensuring all terms, deliverables, and milestones are met.
• Oversee Westerman subtier suppliers, including selection, performance monitoring, compliance audits, and issue resolution to maintain supply chain integrity.
• Support and manage contract submittals, including preparation, review, and timely submission of required documentation such as technical data, certifications, and progress reports.
• Handle change management processes, identifying changes in scope, assessing impacts, and coordinating with stakeholders to implement adjustments.
• Create, negotiate, and execute contract modifications, ensuring alignment with company objectives, legal requirements, and customer needs.
• Prepare, submit, and negotiate Request for Equitable Adjustment (REA) proposals, advocating for fair compensation in response to contract changes or unforeseen circumstances.
• Perform business development activities to identify and progress new work opportunities, from establishing business relationships to reviewing Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and Requests for Proposal (RFPs), participating in negotiations for awards, and managing subsequent contracts.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other relevant standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, finance, and legal, to align contract execution with operational capabilities and financial goals.
• Monitor contract performance, budgets, schedules, and risks, providing regular reports and recommendations to senior management.
• Resolve contract disputes and claims through effective communication and negotiation, minimizing impacts on project timelines and costs.
• Conduct market analysis and competitor research to support strategic bidding and positioning for new federal opportunities.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, Engineering, Law, or a related field required; Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CFCM, CPCM) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management, preferably within manufacturing, defense, or federal contracting sectors required.
• Proven track record in managing federal contracts, including experience with REAs, modifications, and business development required.
• Experience in the oil, gas, or fabrication industry is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with government procurement processes and subtier supplier management required.
• In-depth knowledge of federal contracting principles, regulations, and best practices required.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills for dealing with customers, suppliers, and internal teams in a professional manner required.
• Proficiency in contract management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems) required.
• Ability to analyze complex documents, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies required.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple contracts simultaneously required.
• Analytical mindset for financial assessments, pricing strategies, and performance metrics required.
• Commitment to ethical practices and compliance in a regulated environment required.
• Ability to travel required. Clean driving record required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, primarily in an office setting, with occasional exposure to manufacturing floors where personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required. The role may involve some remote work flexibility, but on-site presence is essential for collaboration and oversight.

• Must be able to sit at a desk for extended periods of time and work on a computer.
• May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to sit, stand, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and bend.
• Must be able to see, speak, hear, and read.
• Must use fingers and hands to handle, feel, and manipulate/utilize office machines.
• Must be able to walk over both even and uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE.
• Must be physically able to access all areas of Company facilities and customer facilities as needed.
• Some aspects of this position may require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, the ability to see small detail, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to travel by car and airplane to manufacturing sites, customer locations, or supplier facilities as needed. May involve exposure to industrial environments.
• Driving is an essential function of this position; clean driving record is required.

Westerman, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected] or call 800-338-8265. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. For more information on your legal rights and protections, visit: