Contracts Manager

RealmOne; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Educational & professional development

Flexible work schedules

Parental leave

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

RealmOne in Columbia, MD, is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee day-to-day administration of government and commercial contracts, from proposal through closeout. You will work with program teams, leaders, customers, and vendors to explain contract requirements, maintain records, address risks, and ensure compliance across multiple contracts.

The role requires at least five years of DoD government contract experience, strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS, and the ability to communicate complex terms

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, law, management, or related field.
• 5+ years of DoD government contract administration experience.
• Knowledge of FAR and DFARS; ability to read and apply federal acquisition policies.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accurate records with minimal guidance.
• Ability to explain contract requirements clearly to non-contract staff.
• Ability to collaborate with program teams, leaders, customers, vendors, and legal/finance partners.
• CPSR preparation, alternative contract arrangements, acquisitions, and proposal support.

Responsibilities

• Administer, negotiate, modify, renew, and close out contracts (DoD, federal, commercial).
• Prepare and manage NDAs, teaming, consulting, joint venture, and subcontracts.
• Review terms, provisions and changes; explain impact to teams and leaders.
• Track contract status, deliverables, funding, modifications, and compliance.
• Manage multiple prime contracts and subcontracts simultaneously.
• Support contract reviews and negotiations during acquisitions and proposals.
• Research contract questions and stay current on laws and contracting practices.

Skills

Contract administration

Negotiation

Documentation & records

Regulatory compliance

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/law/management

Job description

RealmOne was built on the principle that people matter first and foremost. We believe in providing a strong work/life balance by investing in our employees and encouraging professional and personal growth. We do this by offering exceptional benefits, flexible schedules, and the tools necessary to achieve success through paid training, mentoring, and the opportunity to work alongside top-notch industry professionals.

Job Description:

The Contracts Manager handles the day-to-day administration of government and commercial contracts, from proposal, to review and negotiation and through closeout. This person works directly with program teams, company leaders, customers, and vendors to explain contract requirements, keep records accurate, address risks, and prevent funding or compliance issues. The role requires sound judgment, clear communication, careful follow-through, and the ability to manage several contracts at once.

The Contracts Manager shall possess the following capabilities:

• Administer, negotiate, modify, renew, and close out DoD, other federal, and commercial contracts, including cost-reimbursement, firm-fixed-price, time-and-materials, and IDIQ agreements. Experience with alternative contractual arrangement types is a plus.
• Experience with Software License Agreements and Intellectual Property rights is desired.
• Prepare and manage NDAs, teaming agreements, consulting agreements, joint venture agreements, subcontracts, and other contract documents.
• When needed, review and execute 1099 consulting agreements and confirm that supporting documents—including W-9s, statements of work, schedules, and required legal forms—are complete.
• Review contract terms, special provisions, and changes; explain their practical impact to program teams and company leaders.
• Track contract status, deliverables, funding, modifications, and compliance requirements, and raise issues early enough for the team to act.
• Manage multiple prime contracts and subcontracts at the same time, including as needed requests.
• Work with program managers, legal counsel, finance, company leaders, customers, and vendors to answer contract questions and resolve issues promptly.
• Identify contract and compliance risks, describe the available options, and recommend practical next steps.
• Maintain complete, organized contract files and prepare them for DCAA reviews and other audits.
• Support compliance work involving ITAR, conflicts of interest, small-business reporting, and internal contract reviews.
• Help write and improve practical Contracts Department policies, procedures, templates, and recordkeeping practices. CPSR experience is helpful.
• Support contract reviews, negotiations, document transfer, customer introductions, and compliance work during acquisitions.
• Support proposal preparation by reviewing contract requirements and coordinating needed information with government and commercial customers.
• Research unfamiliar contract questions and stay current on regulations and contracting practices relevant to the work.
• Take on related contracts work as business needs change.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, law, management, or a related field is preferred.
• At least five (5) years of DoD government contract administration experience.
• Working knowledge of the FAR and DFARS, with the ability to read, interpret, and apply federal acquisition policies, regulations, and directives.
• Able to manage competing deadlines, maintain accurate records, and follow details through to completion with limited day-to-day direction.
• Able to explain contract requirements clearly in writing and conversation to people who do not work in contracts.
• Able to work directly and constructively with program teams, leaders, customers, vendors, and legal and finance partners.
• CPSR preparation, alternative contract arrangements, acquisitions, consulting agreements, and proposal support.

Position requires active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph Preferred

Pay Range: 150,000 - 200,000

The RealmOne pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Our approach to crafting offers considers various factors to establish an equitable and competitive compensation package. These considerations include, but are not limited to, the extent and intricacy of the role’s responsibilities, the candidate’s educational background, their work experience, and the specific competencies crucial for success in the role.

• Healthcare Coverage + Insurance: Medical: Three (3) rich healthcare options through CareFirst with 100% or majority company-paid premiums. Tax-advantaged health savings account available with generous employer contribution. Dental + Vision: 100% employer-paid for employees and family, with a buy-up option available.
• Retirement + Savings: 401K – 10% TOTAL CONTRIBUTION – 5% safe harbor – 5% annual profit share (both immediately vested!).
• Paid Time Off + More: 4 weeks starting PTO – 11 federal holidays + 2 floating holidays – Paid hours for company-required training.
• Career Growth + Development: Access to FREE 24/7 learning via Udemy – Opportunities to participate in tech councils, industry initiatives, etc. – $7,500 annual Educational & Professional Development Assistance.
• MORE BENEFITS FOR EVERY LIFESTYLE! – Paid parental leave – Annual swag drops – Flexible work schedules –Generous referral bonus program – Employee appreciation + family-friendly corporate events ...and much more.

ABOUT US

• RealmOne is a mid-sized science and technology company dedicated to solving our customers’ toughest mission challenges.
• Headquartered in Columbia, MD., RealmOne supplies advanced cybersecurity, data science, and software engineering services and products to customers in the Government and commercial sectors.
• RealmOne delivers encompassing mission assurance and critical systems support to government customers across various U.S. locations to include Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.
• RealmOne has won numerous awards, including Top Workplaces by the Baltimore Sun. Across more than 20 prime contracts, RealmOne is a premier innovator for the Government and Department of Defense, and our team is located across the United States.