Contracts Manager

BlackSea Technologies; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BlackSea Technologies seeks a Contracts Manager to lead the full lifecycle of government and commercial contracts, including NDAs, Teaming Agreements, and proposals through closeout.

The role requires drafting, negotiating, risk assessment, and coordination with internal teams and external customers in a hybrid setup with periodic in-person reporting in Baltimore/Bethesda.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of drafting, negotiating, and administering contracts with DoD and US government customers.
• FAR and DFARS knowledge and ability to obtain a US security clearance.
• Proficient in modern digital office tools and formal business communication.
• Ability to work independently and within a team, with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, negotiating, interpreting, and managing complex contracts including NDAs and Teaming Agreements.
• Evaluate terms, assess risks, and communicate findings to management.
• Issue RFPs and draft/subcontract flow-down terms and conditions.
• Submit timely reports such as Contractor Manpower and Subcontracting Reports.
• Respond to information requests from US Government including CPARS and audits.
• Coordinate with finance to ensure billing accuracy.
• Collaborate with program managers to ensure contract compliance and success.
• Maintain contract documents and correspondence databases.

Skills

DoD contracting

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Security clearance (US)

Office tools proficiency

Independent and team work

Formal business correspondence

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Job description

Description

MUST BE A US CITIZEN (Please do not apply if you are not)

Company Introduction

At BlackSea Technologies, we don't just innovate; we revolutionize.

We are a close-knit team of creative and innovative thinkers specializing in full lifecycle development of cutting-edge maritime technology. At BlackSea, you won't just find a job; you'll find a community of experts who aspire to solve diverse and complex challenges. Be part of a company where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your contributions make a real impact. Together, we are not just sailing; we are charting a course to push boundaries of what's possible.

Salary Range

$115,000-$150,000

Hybrid/Remote

Primarily remote but would report to Baltimore and Bethesda locations once a month.

Job Description

The Contracts Manager is responsible for building strong relationships with external customers and working closely with internal stakeholders and company leadership to drive success in our Contracts Department by writing, reviewing, negotiating, and tracking company agreements including Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, and contracts. The Contracts Manager is responsible for the entire contract lifecycle from supporting proposals through close out documentation.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Drafting, negotiating, interpreting, and managing complex contractual agreements to include Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, and FFP, T&M, and Cost Reimbursable contracts
• Interpreting and evaluating terms and conditions, assessing risks to the company and communicating findings to management
• Issuing requests for proposals and drafting and negotiating subcontracts, to include flow down terms and conditions
• Submitting timely and accurate reports such Contractor Manpower Reporting and Subcontracting Reports
• Responding to requests for information from the US Government including contract audits, CPARS, etc.
• Communicating with finance and accounting to ensure billing accuracy
• Working closely with program managers to ensure compliance with contract requirements and successful contract completion
• Maintaining shared files and databases with contract documents and correspondence

Requirements

• 7+ years’ experience in drafting, negotiating, and administering contracts with the Department of Defense and other US Government customers and prime contractors
• FAR and DFARS knowledge
• The ability to obtain a US Security clearance
• Proficient user of modern digital office tools
• The ability to work independently and as party of a team
• The ability to write formal business correspondence
• Excellent communication, collaboration, engagement, and diplomacy skills
• Detail oriented

Salary Description

$115,000 to $150,0 00