Senior Contracts Manager – Contracts & Proposals

GRVTY; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401k with company match

Paid time off

Training and development opportunities

Company sponsored events

Job summary

GRVTY in Sterling, VA is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to lead pre‑award contracting for competitive government proposals, including NDAs, teaming agreements, and subcontracts. You’ll coordinate with legal, senior leadership, and proposal teams to ensure compliant, winning bids.

The role requires active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, 8+ years in government contracts, and deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS. A bachelor’s degree is required, with Master’s/ITAR credentials a plus.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI Eligibility.
• Report into a classified SCIF facility full-time with flexibility when coordinated.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, contract management, law, or related field.
• 8+ years government contracts administration; 4+ years in defense/intelligence.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and agency supplements.
• Experience with government contracts (Cost‑plus, T&M, FFP, LOE).
• OCI mitigation knowledge and ability to lead OCI training.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; synthesize information quickly.
• MS Office and SharePoint familiarity; understanding of financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre‑award contracting lifecycle for competitive proposals; draft/negotiate NDAs and teaming agreements.
• Coordinate review/execution with legal counsel and senior leadership.
• Work independently and in fast-paced teams; escalate risks to VP.
• Review solicitations for risks and compliance; support proposal sections (L/M, certifications).
• Build relationships with contracting officers and primes; maintain contract documents.
• Ensure timely contract execution and data integrity; manage portfolio mix.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Proposal management

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

OCI mitigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, contract management, law, or related field

Master’s degree or related contracting/law certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Senior Contracts Manager – Contracts & Proposals

What Impact You'll Have

• GRVTY is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to support our Operational Sectors/Business Units, Proposals and Business Development organizations. In this role, you will lead all pre‑award contracting activities for competitive proposals — from NDAs/Teaming Agreements through subcontracts/prime contracts and proposal volume development/compliance reviews through contract closeout.

What You'll be Owning

• Lead and manage the full pre‑award contracting lifecycle for competitive proposals, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating NDAs/Teaming Agreements. Coordinate review and execution of agreements with internal legal counsel and senior leadership.
• Work independently, as well as part of a team in a very fast‑paced environment, quickly escalating risks to VP of Strategic Acquisition.
• Proactively review, shred and advise on solicitation documents (RFPs, RFIs, Sources Sought) to identify contractual risks, terms and conditions concerns, and compliance requirements. Collaborate with proposal teams to develop compliant and competitive proposal sections, including Section L/M analysis, representations and certifications, and assumptions. Be a volume lead/book boss for proposals.
• Develop close, trusted and differentiated business relationships with customer Contracting Officers and Primes in addition to internal GRVTY stakeholders.
• Maintain and manage a rich repository of contracting documentation to ensure timely execution/administration and upmost data integrity.

What You Must Have

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI Eligibility
• Ability to report into a classified SCIF facility full‑time (with occasional work flexibility, as needed, when previously coordinated with VP of Strategic Acquisition).
• Bachelor’s degree in business, contract management, law, or related field required
• 8+ years of experience in government contracts administration, with at least 4 years focused in the defense or intelligence community
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple concurrent proposals and contracts portfolio in a fast‑paced deadline‑driven environment with a solid working knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, and applicable agency supplements
• Experience supporting proposal efforts on complex government contracts (Cost‑plus, T&M, FFP, LOE, etc.) – to include efforts requiring certified cost or pricing data
• Deep understanding of Organizational Conflicts of Interest and development and management of OCI Mitigation Plans – ability to lead OCI training and OCI vetting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present positions clearly to internal & external stakeholders; quickly synthesizing info for decisions
• Ability to develop solutions to problems on complex work and execution challenges – understanding change management fluently and training program teams
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products and SharePoint; understanding of financial systems and the purchasing process

What Would be Nice to Have

• Previous supervisory experience
• Experience with export/ITAR requirements and licensing
• Experience with Small Business Subcontracting Plans and reporting
• Familiarity with commercial licensing, data assertions and intellectual property
• Experience and familiarity with Westfields and classified networks (CWAN/etc.)
• Masters degree or related contracting/law certifications

Pay Range

At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications. We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work‑life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. Our benefits package is designed to support the well‑being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

• The pay range for this position is: $160,000 - $185,000

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose‑built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on‑the‑ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance.

Benefits

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email [e-mail] or call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.