Federal Subcontracts Lead — Strategy & Compliance

MAXIMUS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXIMUS seeks an experienced Subcontracts professional to manage policies and programs in a fast-paced, matrixed environment in Houston, TX. You will oversee subcontract awards, task orders, modifications, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and CPSR requirements.

Responsibilities include analyzing subcontract data, negotiating terms, monitoring performance, and collaborating with project managers, procurement, and finance to align strategies with project objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 7+ years of professional experience.
• Experience managing subcontracts under Prime contract awards (Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials).
• Experience in FAR/DFARS, NDA, TA best practices, CPSR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Compile, analyze, and maintain subcontract data and historical documentation.
• Identify and resolve complex subcontract issues independently with stakeholders as needed.
• Prepare and administer subcontract awards, task orders and modifications in line with government regulations and Maximus policies.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, address disputes and performance issues.
• Evaluate subcontractor proposals based on pricing, capabilities, compliance, and performance history.
• Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and finance to align subcontracting strategies with project objectives.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

ERP systems

CLM systems

Job description

MAXIMUS seeks an experienced Subcontracts professional to manage policies and programs in a fast-paced, matrixed environment in Houston, TX. You will oversee subcontract awards, task orders, modifications, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and CPSR requirements.

Responsibilities include analyzing subcontract data, negotiating terms, monitoring performance, and collaborating with project managers, procurement, and finance to align strategies with project objectives.