Federal Subcontracts Lead — Strategy & Compliance

MAXIMUS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXIMUS in Chicago seeks a Senior Subcontracts Specialist to lead policy enforcement and government contracting efforts within a matrixed federal environment. You will review proposals, administer subcontract awards, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and CPSR requirements while coordinating with project managers, procurement, and finance.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of subcontract experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to operate with minimal supervision in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 7+ years of professional experience.
• Experience managing subcontracts under Prime contracts, including Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price, and Time & Material awards.
• Experience in FAR/DFARS, NDA, TA best practices, and CPSR compliance.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, CLM systems, and performing data analytics, reporting, or tool development.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Manage the policies for the company, ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other regulations and company directives.
• Oversee review of proposals and contract actions processed for the company prior to signature or negotiation and ensure that all factors have been considered and all necessary information has been gathered.
• Implement contract policies, procedures, and other business and contractual or compliance matters affecting the business unit.
• Manage and direct subcontract completions and close-out process.
• Oversee and monitor negotiation of contractual agreements on terms and conditions that are in the best interest of the company and its client.
• Work on issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives.
• Implement strategic policies when selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Establish and assure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.
• Regularly interact with senior management or executive levels on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions, and/or customers.
• Involved in developing, modifying, and executing company policies that affect immediate operations and may also have company-wide effect.

Skills

Subcontract management

FAR/DFARS compliance

CPSR compliance

ERP systems

CLM systems

Data analytics / reporting

Communication skills

Leadership

Matrixed environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

ERP systems

CLM systems

Job description

MAXIMUS in Chicago seeks a Senior Subcontracts Specialist to lead policy enforcement and government contracting efforts within a matrixed federal environment. You will review proposals, administer subcontract awards, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and CPSR requirements while coordinating with project managers, procurement, and finance.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of subcontract experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to operate with minimal supervision in a fast-paced