Senior Federal Subcontracts Lead

MAXIMUS; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXIMUS is seeking a seasoned Subcontracts professional to lead contract governance, ensure FAR/DFARS compliance, and manage prime and subcontract actions in support of federal contracts.

You will collaborate with project teams, procurement, and finance in a fast-paced, matrixed environment, oversee negotiations, awards, and close-out, and contribute to policy development while ensuring accurate documentation and performance against CPSR standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study 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.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with minimal oversight.
• Experience supporting Federal Civilian and/or DoD programs.
• Significant experience with Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) compliant policies and procedures, supporting audits, and maintaining robust documentation.
• Previous experience within a cross-functional area (such as operations or business development) preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with an ability to multi-task and make sound decisions in a timely manner.
• Handling complex subcontract negotiations and dispute resolutions independently in a highly technical environment.
• Working in diverse, high-expectation environments while collaborating across all organizational levels.
• Experience working in a customer service-oriented team environment within a matrixed organization.
• Experience working in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments and collaborative team settings across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Compile, analyze, and maintain subcontract data and historical documentation.
• Identify and resolve complex subcontract issues independently, engaging stakeholders as needed.
• Prepare and administer subcontract awards, task orders and modifications in line with government regulations and Maximus policies.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, addressing 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 closely with project managers, procurement, and finance teams to align subcontracting strategies with overall project objectives.
• Act as a resource and/or subject matter expert for teammates for knowledge sharing, capacity building, and contributions to internal trainings or skills-building.

Skills

Subcontract management

FAR/DFARS compliance

ERP systems

CLM systems

Data analytics

Communication skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

ERP systems

CLM systems

Job description

MAXIMUS is seeking a seasoned Subcontracts professional to lead contract governance, ensure FAR/DFARS compliance, and manage prime and subcontract actions in support of federal contracts.

You will collaborate with project teams, procurement, and finance in a fast-paced, matrixed environment, oversee negotiations, awards, and close-out, and contribute to policy development while ensuring accurate documentation and performance against CPSR standards.