Federal Subcontracts Lead — Strategy & Compliance

MAXIMUS; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXIMUS is seeking an experienced contracts professional to lead policy development and compliance across FAR/DFARS and related regulations. The role emphasizes review of proposals, subcontract awards, and performance management within a matrixed organization.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, 7+ years of relevant experience, and strong ERP/CLM/Data analytics proficiency. The position requires collaboration with project managers, procurement, and finance teams in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 7+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong experience managing subcontracts under Prime contract awards, 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 strongly preferred.

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.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, addressing disputes, discrepancies, and performance issues.
• Collaborate with project managers, procurement, and finance to align subcontracting strategies with project objectives.
• Represent the company with subcontractors, suppliers, and government representatives to support business goals.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

ERP systems

CLM systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

MAXIMUS is seeking an experienced contracts professional to lead policy development and compliance across FAR/DFARS and related regulations. The role emphasizes review of proposals, subcontract awards, and performance management within a matrixed organization.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, 7+ years of relevant experience, and strong ERP/CLM/Data analytics proficiency. The position requires collaboration with project managers, procurement, and finance teams in a fast-paced