Contracts Manager (Hybrid)

Trinzic; Lanham (MD); Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

KBR, supporting Trinzic spin-off activities, seeks a Contracts Manager for a hybrid role based in Greenbelt, MD. You will oversee contract administration, negotiations, and proposals with Government and commercial partners, interfacing with customers and internal teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualified candidates have a U.S. citizenship, a bachelor’s degree, 12+ years of Federal contract management experience, and strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a U.S. Government background investigation.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of Federal Government contract management experience.
• Experience with DFARS, Agency regulations, ITAR, and related laws.
• Advanced negotiation skills/techniques and experience.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Experience with rate structures, pricing strategies, and various contract types (IDIQ, T&M, fixed-price, cost-type).
• NASA and GSA MACs experience preferred; ability to obtain security clearance is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Act as Contracts Representative regarding contractual requirements.
• Manage contracts, task orders, modifications, funding actions, deliverables, and related customer correspondence.
• Review performance and proposals to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Lead negotiation and administration of Government or Commercial agreements.
• Structure contractual terms to reflect business strategy.
• Lead negotiation of Government Prime and/or Customer Proposals.
• Evaluate and develop alternative solutions to contractual issues.
• Perform risk analysis and mitigation.
• Interface with internal functions on contract compliance.
• Guide others to solve complex problems with innovative solutions.
• Identify and mitigate Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI).
• Work with Government customers, sponsors, auditors and senior management.
• Maintain knowledge of CAS, FAR, DFARs regulations.

Skills

US Citizenship

Background check

Contract management

Negotiation

Customer service

Analytical skills

Integrity

Teamwork

Communication

Contract types

NASA/GSA MACs

Security clearance

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Title:

Contracts Manager (Hybrid)

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Around here, we define the future.

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.

As Contracts Manager, you will primarily oversee contract administration, with occasional proposal support for new business pursuits and task orders. You will participate in proposal preparation and contract negotiations of Government services as either a prime offeror or subcontractor. Additionally, you will serve as the primary point of contact for customers.

This position is HYBRID and is based in Greenbelt, MD, with an expectation of working onsite at the Greenbelt location two days per week. NASA experience highly preferred.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Act as KBR’s Contracts Representative regarding contractual requirements.
• Manage assigned contracts, task orders, modifications, funding actions, contractual deliverables, and related customer correspondence throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Review performance and proposal requirements to ensure contracts are in accordance with legal requirements, customer specifications and government regulations.
• Lead contract negotiation and administration for all assigned Government or Commercial Proprietary Information Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Memorandum of Understandings, Memorandum of Agreements.
• Structure contractual terms to reflect business strategy.
• Lead negotiation of complex Government Prime and/or Customer Proposals.
• Evaluate and develop alternative solutions to contractual issues.
• Perform contractual risk analysis and risk mitigation.
• Apply advanced knowledge of theories, principles and concepts in the performance of assigned complex Government and/or Commercial proposals.
• Interface with internal functions to evaluate contract compliance.
• Guide others to solve complex problems; use sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify innovative solutions.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI); develop OCI avoidance or mitigation plans; coordinate required notifications; and maintain supporting records.
• Work independently; with guidance in only the most complex situations.
• Work with Government customers, sponsors, external auditors and KBR senior management tactfully, professionally and efficiently.
• Maintain current knowledge of and provide guidance on regulations pertinent to Government contracting such as CAS, FAR, DFARs and other relevant regulations.
• Balance multiple priorities and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass a U.S. Government background investigation. Due to this, you must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have a bachelor’s degree and at least 12+ years of experience related to Federal Government contract management and administration.
• Requires experience working with DFARS, Agency regulations, ITAR, and other relevant laws.
• Must have advanced negotiation skills/techniques and experience.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to effectively communicate with personnel at all levels is required.
• Must have strong analytical skills and business acumen to make sound decisions and recommendations.
• Strong commitment to integrity and compliance is required.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience with rate structures and pricing strategies, as well as IDIQ, T&M, fixed-price, and cost-type contracts, is required.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to program personnel and less-experienced contracts professionals on contract requirements, compliance, risk, and customer communications.
• Experience with NASA and GSA Multiple Award Contracts (MACs) is highly preferred.
• Ability to gain a Security Clearance is preferred
• Must be proficient in Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Adobe Acrobat, and SharePoint).

Basic Compensation:

Jobs on this contract range from $ 147,400.00 - $ 221,100.00 Pay range is specific to the Greenbelt, MD area.

The offered rate will be based on the position, contract affordability, the selected candidate’s working location, knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and in consideration of internal parity.

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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 an 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.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBRAt 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 an 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.