Contracts Manager

Jobgether; Oregon; Ibrido; USD 105.000 - 115.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Fully remote work

Descrizione del lavoro

Jobgether, on behalf of a partner company, seeks a Contracts Manager in the United States for remote work. You will oversee the full lifecycle of federal prime contracts and subcontracts, ensuring compliance and risk management across programs.

You will coordinate with Operations, Finance, Security, and Procurement to support national security missions. As the primary point of contact for Contracting Officers and prime contractors, you will negotiate agreements, maintain records, and improve

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Contracts Management, Finance, or related field.
• At least 5 years of contracts management experience or legal background.
• Experience reviewing, editing, negotiating, and executing contract agreements.
• Strong knowledge of FAR and DFARS requirements.
• Ability to assess terms, identify risks, and advise program teams.

Mansioni

• Manage the full lifecycle of federal contracts and subcontracts.
• Review, edit, negotiate, and support compliant contract execution.
• Advise stakeholders on terms, risks, and opportunities.
• Coordinate with Finance, Operations, and Procurement to monitor funding.
• Maintain accurate contract records and support information requests.

Conoscenze

Federal contracts experience

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Compliance awareness

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Descrizione del lavoro

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Contracts Manager based in the United States.

As a Contracts Manager, you will oversee the full lifecycle of federal government prime contracts and subcontracts, ensuring contractual compliance and effective risk management. Working remotely, you will collaborate with teams across Operations, Finance, Accounting, Security, Pricing, and Procurement to support critical government programs. You will serve as a key point of contact for Contracting Officers and prime contractors, helping negotiate agreements and resolve complex contractual matters. This role combines strategic guidance with hands-on contract administration, from pre-award activities through closeout. You will also help strengthen internal processes, improve operational efficiency, and protect business interests through proactive contract and funding management. Your expertise will contribute to the successful delivery of important national security and civilian missions.

Accountabilities

In this role, you will provide comprehensive contracts management support, acting as a trusted advisor to internal teams and external partners while ensuring contractual obligations are understood and fulfilled. Contract Management and Negotiation Manage the full contract lifecycle, including pre-award, award, execution, and closeout activities.

Review, edit, negotiate, and support the compliant execution of Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, prime contracts, and subcontracts.

Interpret contractual terms and conditions, identify potential risks, and help secure favorable outcomes.

Advise program teams on contractual issues, opportunities, impacts, and flow-down requirements.

Stakeholder and Compliance Management Serve as the primary point of contact for Contracting Officers and prime teaming partners, maintaining effective working relationships.

Coordinate with internal departments to ensure contract performance aligns with legal requirements, customer specifications, and government regulations.

Interpret and apply relevant Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements.

Act as an escalation point and subject matter expert for contract-related questions and challenges.

Funding and Risk Management Work with Finance and Operations to monitor contract funding and identify potential funding limitations.

Ensure timely communication with government customers and prime contractors regarding funding constraints.

Mitigate financial and contractual risks through timely Authorization to Proceed (ATP) and contract funding requests, tracking, and follow-up.

Documentation and Process Improvement Maintain accurate contract records, key data, and supporting documentation.

Contribute to contract briefs, internal workflows, and responses to requests for information.

Identify and implement improvements to contract management processes and cross-functional operations.

Requirements

The ideal candidate combines strong federal contracting expertise with sound judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Contracts Management, Finance, or a related field preferred.

At least 5 years of experience in contracts management or the legal profession.

Demonstrated experience reviewing, editing, negotiating, and executing contractual agreements in compliance with applicable requirements.

Proven ability to manage contracts throughout their entire lifecycle, from pre-award through closeout.

Strong knowledge of FAR and DFARS requirements and their practical application.

Ability to assess contractual terms and conditions, identify risks and opportunities, and advise program teams on their implications.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.

Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and organize multiple assignments effectively.

Experience building productive relationships with internal stakeholders, Contracting Officers, and prime contractor representatives.

Ability to identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve collaboration across business functions.

Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, teamwork, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience negotiating contract terms and conditions while maintaining positive professional relationships.

Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) certification or an equivalent professional qualification.

Strong time management skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits

Annual salary range of $105,000–$115,000 USD.

Fully remote work arrangement.

Opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams supporting important government and national security missions.

A collaborative, supportive workplace culture built around shared values of happiness, helpfulness, honesty, humility, ambition, and commitment.

Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and influence contract management practices.