Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Contract Management, or related field (Master’s/JD preferred)
• 10+ years of federal and commercial contract management, including post‑award administration
• Deep expertise with FAR (including Parts 15, 31, 32, 44) and supplemental regulations
• Experience administering options, modifications, and contract closeouts
• Strong RFP analysis, proposal pricing, and negotiation background
• Proficient in Contract Management Systems (e.g., Unanet Contracts Module)
• Familiarity with DCAA/DCMA audit standards and SBA small‑business programs
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills
• U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and respond to RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, and similar solicitations.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage agreements (NDAs, teaming agreements, prime contracts).
• Lead contract negotiations and resolve disputes.
• Serve as the primary contract liaison for clients, suppliers, and partners.
• Administer awarded contracts throughout their lifecycle: execute modifications, exercise options, and process extensions.
• Monitor deliverables, milestones, and performance metrics to ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Coordinate with project managers and delivery teams to track scope, schedule, and budgets.
• Maintain contract files, logs, and records in the Contract Management System for audit readiness.
• Oversee contract closeout activities, final accounting, and lessons‑learned reviews.
• Advise delivery teams on contract requirements, compliance, and scope execution.
• Coordinate task order launches and ensure deliverables meet contractual obligations.
• Manage subcontractor selection and negotiation per FAR Part 44.
• Monitor vendor performance, flow‑down clauses, and compliance.
• Provide contract administration and compliance oversight for JV initiatives.
• Align responsibilities and governance between Steel Point and JV partners.
• Collaborate on budgeting, cost estimating, and project accounting.
• Ensure alignment of contract terms with financial systems and reporting practices.
• Support DCAA/DCMA audits and corrective action implementation.
• Identify and communicate contractual risk areas.
• Ensure adherence to FAR, DFARS, SBA (8(a), WOSB, HUBZone), and internal policies.
• Enforce accurate timekeeping and cost allocation per FAR 31.201‑2 and FAR 52.232‑7.
• Draft and update contract policies and procedures.
• Train staff on best practices, risk management, and policy compliance.
• Partner with Delivery, Finance, Legal, and Business Development teams.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.