Contracts Manager

Cgsfederal; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dep

Dependent Care, and Commuter

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Contact Government Services, LLC is seeking a Contracts Manager in Chantilly, VA to oversee and finalize government contracts, ensuring compliance and favorable terms for both current and new awards.

The role requires cradle-to-grave contract administration, proposal support, T&C drafting, and collaboration with Business Development, Client Success, and Human Resources. A Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in federal contracting with the ability to obtain a security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 3+ years experience managing various contract types and solicitation types.
• Knowledge of Federal Contracting guidelines; ability to obtain security clearance.
• 3+ years supporting Federal clients; proficiency with MS Outlook, Excel, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure overall contract compliance for assigned tasks, adhering to contract requirements, company policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Lead and coordinate proposal and award activities for assigned contracts, offering guidance to internal teams, throughout every stage of the contract lifecycle.
• Independently review complex contract actions at all stages of the contract lifecycle, developing and implementing tactical plans to address risks and seize opportunities.
• Work with the Business Development Team, Client Success Team, and Human Resources Team to tackle complex contract administration and proposal challenges.
• Serve as the SME for contracts, providing expert guidance and resolution on complex contract issues and ensuring compliance with all contractual obligations.
• Provide cradle-to-grave contract administration for various Government contracts, including RFP analysis, hands‑on proposal development and review, draft terms and conditions, coordinate internal reviews, contract negotiation, and manage contract/task order execution.
• Regularly engage with contracts and procurement staff, functional peers, program management, and both external and internal customers through written and oral communication.
• Accurately and promptly enter contract data into various systems, monitor updates, resolve discrepancies in contract documents, and ensure data quality and accuracy.

Skills

Contract management

Federal contracting guidelines

MS Outlook

Excel

Teams

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Outlook

Excel

Teams

Job description

Contracts Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level

Department: Administrative and Logistics Support

Job Summary

CGS is seeking a skilled Contracts Manager to oversee and maintain all current agreements while meticulously negotiating and finalizing new contracts. This role requires expertise in contract management to ensure compliance and optimize terms for both existing and upcoming contracts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure overall contract compliance for assigned tasks, adhering to contract requirements, company policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Lead and coordinate proposal and award activities for assigned contracts, offering guidance to internal teams, throughout every stage of the contract lifecycle.
• Independently review complex contract actions at all stages of the contract lifecycle, developing and implementing tactical plans to address risks and seize opportunities.
• Work with the Business Development Team, Client Success Team, and Human Resources Team to tackle complex contract administration and proposal challenges.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for contracts, providing expert guidance and resolution on complex contract issues and ensuring compliance with all contractual obligations.
• Provide cradle-to-grave contract administration for various Government contracts, including RFP analysis, hands‑on proposal development and review, draft terms and conditions, coordinate internal reviews, contract negotiation, and manage contract/task order execution.
• Regularly engage with contracts and procurement staff, functional peers, program management, and both external and internal customers through written and oral communication.
• Accurately and promptly enter contract data into various systems, monitor updates, resolve discrepancies in contract documents, and ensure data quality and accuracy.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years of experience managing various contract types and solicitation types
• Knowledge of Federal Contracting guidelines
• 3+ years of experience in supporting Federal clients
• Ability to obtain and maintain a federal government security clearance
• Proven expertise with MS Outlook, Excel, and Teams

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays

Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.