Strategic Subcontracts Leader – Federal Programs

Maximus; Olympia (WA); Remote; USD 118,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Subcontracts Manager to lead a team of subcontract specialists and oversee the full lifecycle of subcontractor performance across proposals and operations programs. You will enforce FAR/DFARS compliance, negotiate terms, and drive process improvements while partnering with project teams in a matrixed environment to ensure on-time delivery and favorable agreements.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, data-driven oversight, and collaboration with operations, business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 7+ years of experience.
• Extensive knowledge of FAR/DFARS and NDA/TA best practices.
• Defense/National Security experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle subcontractor performance from award to closeout.
• Lead negotiations on terms, pricing, schedules, and metrics.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and company policies.
• Develop subcontract strategies across portfolios and advise project teams.
• Lead subcontract pre-award reviews and maintain accurate files.

Skills

Subcontract management

Leadership

Negotiation

Compliance

Contract administration

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

iCertis CLM

Coupa

Costpoint

MS Office

Job description

Maximus is seeking a Subcontracts Manager to lead a team of subcontract specialists and oversee the full lifecycle of subcontractor performance across proposals and operations programs. You will enforce FAR/DFARS compliance, negotiate terms, and drive process improvements while partnering with project teams in a matrixed environment to ensure on-time delivery and favorable agreements.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, data-driven oversight, and collaboration with operations, business