Contracts Manager (Contingency)

KBR; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. seeks a Contracts Manager (Contingency) to oversee contract administration for Strategic Programs and serve as the primary customer contact.

You will ensure compliance with terms, regulations, and FEMA Public Assistance requirements, coordinating with internal teams to maintain quality and timeliness. The role requires a strong background in government contracts, FAR experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in disaster environments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Government Contract Administration.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, or related field.
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Knowledge of FEMA Public Assistance program operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced disaster environment.

Responsibilities

• Review performance requirements ensuring contracts comply with terms and government regulations.
• Oversee issuance of contract documents across internal functions and provide feedback.
• Demonstrate advanced analysis, reasoning, and decision-making abilities.
• Build strong relationships with departments and external customers.
• Participate in development of functional strategy and global processes.

Skills

Government contract administration

FAR knowledge

Contract management

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, or related field

Job description

Title: Contracts Manager (Contingency)

Program Summary: KBR’s Exploration & Logistics (E & L) business unit delivers mission-critical solutions supporting global defense, federal civilian, logistics, engineering, and space exploration missions. E & L provides integrated capabilities across logistics and sustainment, mission operations, engineering services, readiness and modernization programs, scientific research support, and exploration initiatives in some of the world’s most complex and challenging environments. The business unit supports customers across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies, and commercial partners, delivering innovative solutions that enhance mission readiness, operational effectiveness, and long-term mission success.

Job Summary

As a Contracts Manager, this position is responsible for overseeing all contract administration tasks associated with assigned Strategic Programs, to include limited oversight of the team as designated by the Program Manager. You will participate in the development and fulfillment of Government service contract requirements, serving as the primary point of contact to customers. The Contacts Manager serves as a central point for contracting stakeholder relationship management and helps ensure consistency, accuracy, and responsiveness in support of FEMA Public Assistance program delivery. Please Note: This role is contingent upon final project approval and contract funding.

Core Competencies

• Program and customer communications
• Federal Contract Management
• FEMA Public Assistance Expertise
• Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
• Risk Management
• Workforce Planning and Resource Coordination
• Contract Administration
• Financial and Schedule Management
• Strategic Communications
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Mission-Focused Service Delivery

Roles and Responsibilities

• Review performance requirements ensuring contracts are in accordance with terms and conditions, customer specifications and government regulations
• Oversee the issuance of contract documents across internal functions to evaluate contract direction and provide feedback
• Display advanced core job competencies in analyzing solutions using standard procedures, demonstrating sound reasoning, and decision-making abilities
• Build positive relationships with all departments and operational teams by maintaining excellent internal and external customer service standards
• Participate in the development of functional strategy and may be responsible for global processes and procedures

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Government Contract Administration
• Must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, or related field
• Extensive experience in Government Contract Administration as additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Must have 10 years of experience in contract management and/or a related field
• Must have 120 hours of continuing professional education in related fields
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
• English fluency
• Knowledge of FEMA Public Assistance program operations
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced disaster environment
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Ability to prepare professional reports and correspondence
• Capability to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous contracting or other similar experience with IDIQ and multiple task order environment
• Organized and systemic approach to task management that enables timely closure of actions
• Ability to work independently
• Experience working with DFARS, Agency regulations, ITAR, etc.
• Experience with IDIQ, T & M, Fixed Price, and Cost type contracts
• FEMA Public Assistance experience
• Grants management reporting experience
• Experience supporting federally declared disasters
• Knowledge of FEMA recovery operations and applicant engagement processes
• Experience using FEMA systems and data management platforms
• Project management or customer relationship management (CRM) experience

Company Culture

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.