Contracts Manager

RealmOne; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Coverage + Insurance

401K - generous contributions

Paid Time Off + holidays

Career Growth + Development

Job summary

RealmOne seeks a Contracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of government and commercial contracts, from proposal through closeout. This role requires negotiation, compliance oversight, risk management, and effective communication with program teams, customers, and vendors.

The individual will manage multiple contracts, track deliverables and funding, and support audits while ensuring adherence to FAR/DFARS and applicable policies. A security clearance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in business, law, or related field.
• 5+ years of DoD government contract administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS and federal acquisitions policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full contract lifecycle for government and commercial agreements.
• Negotiate, review, and close out contracts; manage multiple contracts simultaneously.
• Explain contract requirements to program teams, leaders, customers, and vendors.
• Monitor compliance, funding, deliverables, and changes; raise issues early.
• Prepare NDAs, teaming, consulting, and subcontract documents; support audits.

Skills

Contract administration

Risk management

Negotiation

Compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, law, management

Job description

Job Brief

Oversee the full contract lifecycle for government and commercial agreements, including negotiation, compliance, risk management, subcontract administration, and stakeholder support.

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.

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.

RealmOne Benefits:

• 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 buy-up option available.
• Retirement + Savings: 401K - 10% TOTAL CONTRIBUTION - 5% safe harbor - 5% annual profit share. Immediate vested, no match required!
• 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 - Adoption assistance - 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 earned numerous awards, including being named a Top Workplace by the Baltimore Sun. With more than 30+ active contracts, 12 of which are prime, RealmOne stands as a premier innovator supporting the Government and Department of Defense, with team members located nationwide.

Disclaimer: Benefits packages offered by RealmOne are subject to variation and may differ based on work location, clearance level, and other eligibility criteria. Specific eligibility, availability, and scope of benefits are not guaranteed, may differ from those generally described, and remain subject to modification at the sole discretion of the company.