Chief Contracts Leader, Engineered Systems (Remote)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 201,000 - 384,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Vice President Contracts, Engineered Systems to lead contract strategy, administration, and negotiation for complex government and commercial work. This senior legal role guides a large team, advises executives, and shapes risk-aware contracting to drive growth and operational execution.

Remote - US-based; responsible from pursuit to close-out and cross-functional collaboration, with DoD procurement experience and eligibility for TS clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related field, or a JD.
• 15+ years of prime contract administration experience, particularly Federal Government construction.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, OTAs and industry contracting practices.
• Experience with Federal agencies such as DoW and FAA.
• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with contract administration software.
• Willingness to leverage AI for productivity and innovation.
• US citizenship is required.
• TS clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Manage, train, and develop a team of 20+ contract professionals to drive high-quality performance.
• Conduct risk assessments to inform business strategy and support leadership reviews.
• Structure and negotiate complex contracts with the US Government and commercial entities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers.
• Advise senior stakeholders on contracting strategies and implications.
• Oversee all contract activities, including new business, existing business, and close-out processes.

Skills

Contract strategy

Risk management

Communication skills

AI for productivity

Leadership

US citizenship

TS clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree / JD

Tools

Contract administration software

Job description

Ladders is seeking a Vice President Contracts, Engineered Systems to lead contract strategy, administration, and negotiation for complex government and commercial work. This senior legal role guides a large team, advises executives, and shapes risk-aware contracting to drive growth and operational execution.

Remote - US-based; responsible from pursuit to close-out and cross-functional collaboration, with DoD procurement experience and eligibility for TS clearance.