Contracts Manager

ZenPoint Solutions LLC; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

ZenPoint Solutions LLC is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead the contracts function in a hybrid McLean, VA setting. You will oversee contract lifecycle management, advise on contractual risk, and collaborate with Strategic Growth and Finance to support federal contracting efforts.

The role requires 6–8 years of federal contracting experience, strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS, and proven negotiation and communication skills. A U.S.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 6–8 years of federal government contracting experience.
• Deep knowledge of FAR and DFARS.
• Ability to negotiate favorable terms with government agencies and commercial teammates.
• Familiarity with federal portals (e.g., SAM.gov, eSRS).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead contracts function, advising on administration, negotiations, and compliance.
• Review, create, and negotiate prime/subcontract agreements, NDAs, MOUs, and related documents.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, flow-downs, and audit readiness; support regulatory reporting.
• Support capture and proposals; advise on contract types and pricing risks.
• Collaborate with back-office teams on contract interpretation and closeout.

Skills

US citizenship

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Contract administration

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Federal portals familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

SAM.gov

eSRS

Contract management systems

Job description

Description

ZenPoint Solutions LLC ("ZenPoint Solutions") is a rapidly expanding Information Technology (IT) services company in the federal sector. We foster a thriving, ambitious work environment that prioritizes employee well-being and a positive company culture. We invite you to join our team and help us shape a dynamic future as we deliver innovative solutions to address the nation's most critical IT missions.

Clearance Requirement:

Active security clearance or ability to obtain or maintain a security clearance

Work Location:

McLean, VA / Hybrid

Position Overview:

ZenPoint Solutions LLC is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead our contracts function. This full-time role will oversee contract lifecycle management, advising leadership on contractual risk, supporting strategic capture efforts, and ensuring compliance with all applicable federal acquisition regulations. This position reports directly to the CEO and partners closely with Strategic Growth and Finance to support the company’s growth strategy and government contracting activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Contracts Management

• Manage the company’s contracts function and provide guidance on contract administration, negotiations, and compliance.
• Advise leadership on contractual obligations, compliance requirements, contractual risks, and negotiation considerations.
• Develop and implement contract management processes, templates, and best practices to support the company’s continued growth.
• Partner with BD and senior leadership in the pursuit of proposals and contract changes.

Contract Lifecycle Management

• Review, create, and negotiate various contractual agreements such as prime contracts, subcontract agreements, reps & certs, Teaming Agreements, Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs).
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms, reporting requirements, and flow-downs, including subcontract compliance.
• Draft correspondence to Contracting Officers, Contract Specialists, and contacts/subcontracts personnel regarding contractual issues for review and approval.
• Maintain contract files and documentation aligned to audit readiness, internal controls, and customer expectations. Support audits of systems, processes, and schedules, as required.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure company adherence to FAR, DFARS, and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage compliance tracking, including regulatory reporting (e.g., SAM.gov, eSRS), organizational conflicts of interest (OCI), and contract schedules (e.g., ongoing monitoring of GSA contract sales, pricing integrity, administrative updates, and regulatory rules to avoid contract cancellation or financial penalties).
• Interpret and advise on contractual clauses and requirements. Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and financial risks embedded within RFP terms, solicitation clauses, and proposed pricing strategies.
• Identify contractual risks early and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Partner with back-office teams as needed to support contract interpretation.
• Support subcontract negotiations, performance management, issue resolution, and closeout.

Proposals

• Support capture and proposal teams in analyzing solicitations for contract terms, requirements, and risks.
• Support proposal preparations to government solicitations such as IDIQs, Task Orders, BAAs, GSA Schedules, etc.
• Provide contracts guidance on solicitation requirements, contract types, contractual risks, and compliance considerations.
• Collaborate with back-office teams as appropriate to support proposal pricing development.
• Contribute to post-submission discussions, contract kick-offs, and award clarifications.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Candidate must be a United States citizen
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in federal government contracting, with a proven track record of handling contract administration
• In-depth knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR)
• Proven ability to negotiate favorable terms and conditions with both government agencies and commercial teammates
• Familiarity with federal portals
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially in fast-paced environments

Bonus Qualifications:

• Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications

The salary range for this position is $125,000 - $165,000.