Federal Senior Subcontracts Manager

Jobgether; United States; Remote; USD 118,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work (US)

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Incentive programs

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Jobgether seeks a seasoned Subcontracting Manager to lead the full lifecycle of federal subcontracts across a DoD-focused portfolio. You will guide teaming, solicitations, evaluations, negotiations, awards, and closeouts while ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and internal policies.

You will mentor subcontract staff, develop strategic plans, and collaborate with business development, operations, procurement, and finance to address risks, performance, and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 7+ years of related experience.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government contracting practices.
• Experience managing subcontracts under prime federal contracts (DoD preferred).
• Experience supporting CPSR preparation, audits, and compliance.
• Proficiency with contract lifecycle management tools (iCertis, Coupa, Costpoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Ability to lead teams in a matrixed organization and drive process improvements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess risks and propose solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full subcontract lifecycle: teaming, solicitations, evaluation, negotiation, award, and closeout.
• Develop strategic subcontracting plans aligned with business objectives and DoD requirements.
• Provide guidance on subcontract administration and federal contracting requirements.
• Lead RFP/RFQ preparation, cost analyses, and award recommendations.
• Draft and administer subcontracts, NDAs, and teaming agreements.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and internal policies.
• Oversee subcontract administration activities and CPSR-related documentation.
• Advise on capture phases and subcontract content for proposals.
• Monitor performance, track schedules and deliverables, address risks.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Communication

Cross-functional coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

iCertis

Coupa

Costpoint

Job description

Accountabilities

- Lead and oversee the full subcontract lifecycle, including teaming arrangements, solicitation, proposal evaluation, negotiation, award, performance monitoring, change management, and contract closeout.

- Develop and implement strategic subcontracting plans across assigned portfolios, aligning subcontractor selection and management practices with business objectives, project requirements, and federal contracting obligations.

- Provide expert guidance to project teams on subcontract administration, internal policies, contracting tools, federal requirements, and strategic agreements with significant operational or financial impact.

- Lead the preparation and evaluation of requests for proposals (RFPs) and requests for quotations (RFQs), including technical assessments, cost and price analyses, negotiation strategies, and award recommendations.

- Draft, review, negotiate, and administer subcontracts, purchase orders, Teaming Agreements (TAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and other contractual instruments.

- Ensure subcontracting activities comply with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), applicable government requirements, and internal policies.

- Oversee subcontract administration activities, including contract flow-down provisions, inspection and acceptance, payment terms, warranties, change management, records retention, and closeout documentation.

- Conduct pre-award compliance reviews, maintain accurate subcontract files, support Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements, and assist with internal and external audits.

- Advise business development teams during capture and proposal phases, leading subcontract-related proposal content, cost analyses, management plans, compliance documentation, and teaming negotiations.

- Monitor subcontractor performance, evaluate schedules and deliverables, analyze performance data, and collaborate with project managers, procurement, and finance to address risks and ensure successful program execution.

- Oversee the effective use of contract lifecycle management and enterprise systems, including iCertis, Coupa, and Costpoint, to support subcontract awards, documentation, reporting, and contract administration.

- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of subcontract specialists by managing workloads, supporting professional growth, establishing performance expectations, and promoting a customer-focused team culture.

- Establish and improve subcontracting policies, procedures, training initiatives, and operational best practices to strengthen compliance, consistency, and organizational efficiency.

- Collaborate across departments and with government representatives, customers, suppliers, and senior leadership to resolve complex contracting issues and support strategic business outcomes.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least seven years of related professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Extensive knowledge of federal subcontracting practices, including the preparation, negotiation, award, and administration of various subcontract types, such as Cost-Reimbursement, Firm-Fixed-Price, and Time-and-Materials agreements.

- In-depth understanding of FAR and DFARS requirements, including compliance obligations, subcontract flow-down provisions, Teaming Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and federal acquisition best practices.

- Demonstrated experience managing subcontracts under prime federal government contracts, preferably in complex or highly technical environments.

- Strong knowledge of government contracting documentation, cost and price analysis, negotiation memoranda, pre-award compliance reviews, and CPSR-compliant policies and procedures.

- Experience supporting CPSR preparation, subcontract compliance assessments, and government or internal audits.

- Experience supporting U.S. government and commercial contracting requirements, preferably involving the Department of Defense (DoD), national security, defense, intelligence, or other federal programs.

- Proven leadership experience managing subcontracting professionals in a customer-focused, matrixed organization, including workload planning, team development, performance management, and cross-functional coordination.

- Experience with contract lifecycle management platforms, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and business applications, preferably iCertis, Coupa, and Costpoint.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with the ability to prepare reports, analyze contract data, and develop clear contractual documentation.

- Strong strategic thinking, analytical reasoning, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex situations, evaluate business risks, and recommend effective solutions.

- Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior management, operational teams, procurement professionals, customers, suppliers, and government representatives.

- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, maintain accurate records, and deliver compliant contracting outcomes in a dynamic business environment.

- Ability to influence stakeholders, build productive working relationships, and drive process improvements across multiple functions.

Benefits

- Competitive annual salary: $118,000–$160,000, depending on qualifications, relevant experience, work location, and other applicable compensation factors.

- Remote work: The opportunity to work remotely from the United States.

- Healthcare coverage: Access to health insurance benefits.

- Insurance protection: Life and disability insurance coverage.

- Retirement planning: Access to a retirement savings plan.

- Paid time off: Paid holidays and paid leave.

- Additional compensation opportunities: Potential eligibility for short-term and long-term incentives or program-specific awards, where applicable.

- Leadership opportunities: The chance to lead and mentor subcontracting professionals while influencing strategic contracting decisions across a portfolio of federal programs.

- Professional impact: The opportunity to contribute to complex government contracting initiatives, strengthen compliance practices, and improve subcontracting performance.

- Collaborative environment: Work closely with business development, operations, procurement, finance, compliance, and senior leadership teams.

- Career development: Opportunities to deepen expertise in federal acquisition, subcontract strategy, contract lifecycle management, and organizational process improvement.