Federal Contract Manager

Aecon Concessions; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Concessions in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Federal Contract Manager to provide accurate commercial and compliance guidance for federal contracts in the nuclear sector. You will ensure adherence to policies and procedures and support negotiations and contract drafting with federal clients.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in federal contracting, strong knowledge of FAR/DFAR/DEAR, and familiarity with UCNI/CMMC requirements.

Qualifications

• Ten years’ experience with a large federal services contractor.
• Prefer a J.D., MBA, or other graduate degree.
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills.
• Experience negotiating and drafting commercial contracts.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFAR, DEAR and UCNI requirements.
• Experience with CMMC and Unclassified Controlled Information (UCNI).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to grasp technical and commercial issues within a contract context.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate commercial and compliance advice for Aecon.
• Ensure compliance with home company and customer requirements, policies and procedures.
• Negotiate and draft contracts in a federal services context.
• Support operations with risk, schedule and procurement perspectives.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of FAR/DFAR/DEAR and UCNI requirements.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract drafting

FAR/DFAR/DEAR

UCNI knowledge

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Policy adherence

Education

J.D./MBA or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Location: Charlotte, NC, US

Operating Sector: Nuclear

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Reporting directly to the Director, Federal Contracts Solutions, the Federal Contract Manager is responsible for providing accurate and timely commercial and compliance advice for AECON, consistent with their education, training, and experience, all in accordance with home company and customer requirements, policies and procedures.

Citizenship Requirement:

This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by U.S. federal regulations. As a result, applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet eligibility and security clearance requirements.

What You Bring to the Team:

• 10 years’ experience with a large federal services contractor in the industrial engineering, nuclear or construction industries
• Prefer J.D., M.B.A., or other graduate degree
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong work ethic and robust organizational skills
• Experience negotiating and drafting commercial contracts in corporate setting
• Knowledge of project operations, policies, procedures, and strategic direction
• Understanding of project planning, scheduling and management
• Experience dealing with labor obligations and their impact on the Project
• Ability to grasp technical and commercial issues, understand how they fit within the contractual context, and develop appropriate written positions
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Proactive, critical thinker
• Exceptional planning & time management skills
• Exceptional decision-making ability and negotiation skills
• Exceptional knowledge of FAR, DFAR, DEAR
• Experience with CMMC and Unclassified Controlled Information (CUI) requirements, inclusive of Unclassified Controlled Nuclear Information (UCNI)
• General knowledge of applicable law and regulatio

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.