Federal Subcontracts Lead — Strategy & Compliance

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

Job summary

MAXIMUS is seeking a seasoned Subcontracts Manager in the United States to oversee policy compliance with FAR/DFARS and manage complex subcontract awards and modifications. The role interacts with senior management, project teams, and government representatives to drive compliant, efficient procurement programs.

The position emphasizes leading negotiations, ensuring CPSR-ready documentation, and coordinating with procurement and finance to align strategy with project goals in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 7+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Strong experience managing subcontracts under Prime contract awards (Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price, Time & Material).
• Experience in FAR/DFARS, NDA, TA best practices, and CPSR compliance.
• Proficiency with ERP/CLM systems and data analytics or tooling development preferred.

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 per government regulations and Maximus policies.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and address disputes, discrepancies, 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.
• Represent the company with subcontractors, suppliers, and government representatives to support business goals.
• Work with project managers, procurement, and finance to align subcontracting strategies with overall project objectives.
• Serve as a resource for knowledge sharing and contribute to internal trainings or skills-building.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

ERP systems

CLM systems

Job description

MAXIMUS is seeking a seasoned Subcontracts Manager in the United States to oversee policy compliance with FAR/DFARS and manage complex subcontract awards and modifications. The role interacts with senior management, project teams, and government representatives to drive compliant, efficient procurement programs.

The position emphasizes leading negotiations, ensuring CPSR-ready documentation, and coordinating with procurement and finance to align strategy with project goals in a fast-paced,