Contracts Manager

Jobtailor; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Arlington, VA seeks a Contracts Manager to lead drafting, review, negotiation, and administration of government and defense contracts. You will ensure FAR/DFARS compliance and work with program managers and engineering teams to align scope and timelines.

You will also support proposals and maintain precise contract records. The ideal candidate has 2–5+ years in contracts management, strong written and verbal communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 2–5+ years of government or defense contracts experience.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and federal contracting processes.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple contracts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and contract management tools.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer contracts.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with program managers and engineering teams to align scope and timelines.
• Support proposal development and review of RFPs.
• Maintain contract records and reporting.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks while enabling business objectives.
• Coordinate with government customers and subcontractors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Contract management

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Ability to manage multiple contracts

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and administering contracts
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, company policies, and customer requirements
• Partner with program managers and engineering teams to align contract scope, deliverables, and timelines
• Support proposal development, including review of RFPs, terms, and conditions
• Maintain accurate contract records, documentation, and reporting
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks while enabling business objectives
• Coordinate with external stakeholders, including government customers and subcontractors

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Government, Legal Studies, or related field
• 2-5+ years of experience in contracts management, preferably in government or defense sectors
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and federal contracting processes
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management tools
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in contract lifecycle management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts while ensuring compliance with federal regulations and company policies. Proficient in managing multiple contracts and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.