Contracts Manager (Clearance Required)

We’re seeking an experienced (mid to senior level) Contracts Manager to support both prime contracts and subcontracts in a fast‑paced government‑contracting environment. This role is ideal for someone who excels at balancing compliance, negotiation, and relationship‑building, while keeping programs running smoothly.

Administer the full lifecycle of prime contracts and subcontracts, from award through closeout.

Review, negotiate, and manage contract and subcontract terms, modifications, and flow‑downs.

Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, and internal policies.

Coordinate with Program Management, Finance, Security, and Supply Chain to ensure contractual requirements are understood and met.

Cost proposal support including RFP review, document preparation/redlines, flow-downs, risk analysis, teammate communication, and compliance

Monitor funding and contractual obligations.

Work closely with program and finance teams on funding strategy, deliverables, performance, and reporting.

Maintain accurate contract files and Unanet GovCon system.

Assist with internal/external audits.

Serve as a key point of contact for government COs, primes, subs, and internal stakeholders.

Senior level can also expect to do the following:

Lead contract strategy, negotiation, and execution for high‑value federal programs.

Advise executives and program leadership on contractual risk, pricing, and compliance.

Lead cost proposal support, including redlines, flow‑downs, risk analysis, and compliance matrices.

Manage relationships with government COs, prime contractors, subcontractors, legal counsel, and auditors.

Drive audit readiness and support CPSR, DCAA, DCMA, and internal reviews.

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, contract management, or related field.

Government Contract Management experience:

For mid-level: 5+ years

For senior level: 10+ years

Experience supervising / managing / mentoring contracting staff:

For mid-level: 1-2 years

For senior level: 4-5 years

Strong understanding of FAR/DFARS and subcontract administration.

Experience reviewing and negotiating contractual terms.

Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Strongly Preferred: Experience supporting DoD, IC, or federal civilian agencies; familiarity with CPSR environments; understanding of CUI/NISPOM requirements.

Senior level should also possess:

Demonstrated success negotiating complex contract terms and handling high‑visibility programs.

Experience managing subcontract portfolios and leading contract professionals.

Exceptional communication and executive‑level briefing skills.

Meaningful mission impact

Collaborative team environment

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Clearance : TS/SCI with appropriate level poly required (current/active strongly preferred)

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