Senior Public Sector Contracts Manager – Strategy & Compliance

RealREPP; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Retirement plan

Company Equipment and Stipends

Relocation Package

Job summary

RealREPP is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of contracts for federal and public sector coastal construction projects. The role requires a strong compliance background, adept negotiation, and willingness to travel to client meetings by private jet.

Office-based with C-Suite and legal team, Monday through Friday. You will act as trusted advisor on contract strategy, ensure regulatory compliance (FAR/DFARS), and collaborate across legal, procurement, finance, sales,

Qualifications

• 15+ years of federal/public sector contract management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Legal Studies, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Master's degree, JD, or professional certification preferred (NCMA, CPCM, CFCM, or equivalent).
• Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Strong technical writing skills; change order compliance.
• Knowledge of government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS) preferred.
• Prior experience with mergers and acquisitions is a PLUS.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor on contract strategy, structure, and administration.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and contractual requirements.
• Monitor contract performance and conduct periodic audits to ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
• Partner with legal counsel, procurement, finance, sales, and business leaders to facilitate contract negotiations and approvals.
• Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on contract management best practices.
• Support internal and external audits related to contractual matters.
• Maintain accurate contract records and documentation within contract management systems.
• Providing guidance to QC department personnel to remain in compliance with contract specs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Contract management experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical writing

Change order management

Government contracting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree / JD / professional certification (NCMA, CPCM, CFCM)

Job description

RealREPP is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of contracts for federal and public sector coastal construction projects. The role requires a strong compliance background, adept negotiation, and willingness to travel to client meetings by private jet.

Office-based with C-Suite and legal team, Monday through Friday. You will act as trusted advisor on contract strategy, ensure regulatory compliance (FAR/DFARS), and collaborate across legal, procurement, finance, sales,