Associate Managing Director, ECC Contracts (Federal)

KPMG LLP; Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG LLP is seeking an Associate Managing Director, ECC Contracts (Federal) in Montvale, NJ to lead end-to-end federal contracting operations within the Enterprise Contracting Center Federal Contracts Team. The role emphasizes strategy, policy, and high-stakes negotiations across the contract lifecycle.

Responsibilities include aligning capacity with capture initiatives, scaling a multi-tier contracting organization, and driving adoption of advanced CLM and AI tools while ensuring regulatory

Qualifications

• 15+ years in federal contract management or procurement compliance
• Leadership experience in a multi-tier contracting org
• Strong negotiation and executive-level collaboration skills
• Proven familiarity with FAR/DFARS, CAS and GSA requirements

Responsibilities

• Design and run a service-centric delivery model for federal contracting across pre- to post-award
• Align contracting capacity with capture strategies and pipeline growth
• Maintain a unified federal contracting framework (FAR/DFARS, templates, SOPs)
• Translate regulatory requirements into practical contracting guidance with OGC
• Lead a high-performing contracting organization and scale adoption of CLM/AI tools
• Uphold integrity and a professional work environment

Skills

Federal contracting

Executive leadership

Policy compliance

FAR/DFARS

CLM software

AI-powered tools

Data-driven reporting

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CLM software

AI contract review

Data analytics

Job description

KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Managing Director, ECC Contracts (Federal) to join our Enterprise Contracting Center Federal Contracts Team.

Responsibilities:

• Design and execute a service-centric delivery model for federal contracting, overseeing the end-to-end contracting lifecycle from pre-award strategy to post-award closeout, ensuring rapid response times and mission alignment
• Partner with senior federal practice leaders and business development to align contracting capacity with capture strategies and pipeline growth; manage resource allocation via a robust KPI and SLA framework to optimize velocity and cost-efficiency
• Architect and maintain a unified federal contracting framework - including FAR/DFARS compliance policies, templates, negotiation playbooks, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline the procurement lifecycle and safeguard firm interests
• Serve as the central operational liaison between federal practice leaders and the Office of General Counsel (OGC), translating complex statutory/regulatory requirements into practical, business-friendly contracting guidance that accelerates proposal and deal velocity
• Lead and scale a high-performing, multi-tiered contracting organization, driving talent development, strategic resource allocation, and a culture of continuous improvement; lead the organizational adoption and everyday execution of advanced contracting technologies, CLM systems, and AI tools to optimize delivery, data integrity, and operational scale
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications:

• Minimum fifteen years (with a minimum five years in a senior leadership capacity) of recent extensive progressive experience in federal contract management, procurement policy, and compliance, preferably within a major federal systems integrator, the federal practice of a Big 4 or management consulting firm, or a leading aerospace and defense contractor
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required
• Combine superior communication skills with a demonstrated ability to negotiate at the executive-to-executive level, driving collaboration, consensus, and strategic alignment across internal partners, practice leaders, and external Federal Sector clients; professional certifications: National Contract Management Association (NCMA) certifications, such as Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) or Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM), are highly preferred
• Deep familiarity with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) software, AI-assisted contract review systems, and data-driven operational reporting
• Demonstrated track record of subject matter expertise in FAR/DFARS, CAS, and GSA requirements, including extensive experience serving as a designated lead for Government audits, leading complex federal negotiations, and maintaining regulatory compliance integrity
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)