Senior DoD Contracts Manager — Remote/On‑Site Leader

Amentum; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,795 - 83,593; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Contracts Manager for their operation in Diego Garcia. The successful candidate will lead contract negotiations, oversee compliance with federal regulations, and manage a team in delivering logistics solutions. Candidates should have at least seven years of experience in government contracts and an active DoD security clearance. This is a full-time position based on contract award.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of government contracts experience in a DoD OCONUS environment.
• Experience managing multiple contract types including Fixed-Price and Cost-Reimbursable.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations and lifecycle management of contracts.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance.
• Provide guidance on contractual obligations and risks.

Skills

Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Strong communication skills

Contract law understanding

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or relevant field

Tools

Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Contracts Manager for their operation in Diego Garcia. The successful candidate will lead contract negotiations, oversee compliance with federal regulations, and manage a team in delivering logistics solutions. Candidates should have at least seven years of experience in government contracts and an active DoD security clearance. This is a full-time position based on contract award.