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SENIOR CONTRACTS MANAGER

SENIOR CONTRACTS MANAGER

Clearance JobsHuntsville, AL, US
14 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Contracts Manager

The Senior Contracts Manager is responsible for strategic oversight and operational management of all government contracts throughout their lifecycle from capture and proposal development to negotiation, administration, and closeout ensuring all contracts are managed in strict compliance with FAR, DFARS, and related federal acquisition policies, while driving strategies that balance risk mitigation, profitability, and compliance. This role partners closely with Program Management, Finance, Business Development, and Legal to support pre-award and post-award activities, including contract negotiation, risk assessment, and execution. The position requires a seasoned contracts leader with deep GovCon expertise, proven negotiation success, and the ability to integrate contracting strategy with finance, legal, and business development functions and will play a pivotal role in shaping contracting policy, ensuring cost-effective execution, and supporting the company's growth from small or mid-tier contractor status into a competitive unrestricted prime.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for all contract administration activities, including new awards, modifications, extensions, and closeouts
  • Review, analyze, and interpret contract terms and conditions to ensure compliance with company policies and government regulations
  • Support proposal and capture teams in developing compliant contract responses, pricing structures, and risk assessments
  • Lead contract negotiations with customers, subcontractors, and teaming partners
  • Coordinate with Legal and Finance to ensure alignment between contract obligations, billing, and financial reporting
  • Prepare and maintain contractual documents, including NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Subcontracts, and Task Orders
  • Ensure timely submission of deliverables, contract reports, and modifications
  • Advise program teams on contract interpretation, risk mitigation, and change management
  • Conduct internal audits to monitor compliance and identify areas for improvement
  • Serve as an internal subject matter expert on FAR / DFARS, SBA regulations, and organizational policies related to procurement and contracting
  • Mentor junior contract staff and assist in developing scalable contract management procedures

Strategic Objectives

  • Strengthen Compliance and Governance : Build a contracting framework that ensures 100% compliance with FAR / DFARS and internal policies
  • Mitigate Risk Proactively : Identify, quantify, and manage contractual and regulatory risks at every stage of the contract lifecycle
  • Enhance Negotiation Outcomes : Achieve favorable pricing, terms, and conditions through strategic negotiation and stakeholder alignment
  • Optimize Proposal-to-Award Efficiency : Streamline capture, proposal, and contract award processes to improve competitiveness and win rates
  • Develop Talent and Systems : Build a high-performing contracts team supported by modern tools, templates, and training for sustained operational excellence
  • Basic Qualifications

  • Active Secret Clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, or related field
  • 15+ years in government contracting, with 7+ years in leadership or management roles
  • Comprehensive understanding of FAR, DFARS, ITAR, SBA and other federal acquisition regulations
  • Strong leadership, negotiation, risk management and analytical skills with attention to contractual detail
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple contracts and priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively at all organizational levels
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with contract management systems
  • If applicable : If you are or have been recently employed by the U.S. government, a post-employment ethics letter will be required if employment with VSolvit is offered
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Business, Law, Contract Management, or related discipline
  • NCMA certification (CPCM, CFCM, or NCMA)
  • Experience with cost-plus, fixed-price, and T&M contract types
  • Experience supporting Navy, Marine Corps, or other DoD customers
  • Prior experience with JAMIS, Deltek, or similar ERP systems
  • Company Summary : Join the VSolvit Team! Founded in 2006, VSolvit (pronounced 'We Solve It') is a technology services provider that specializes in cybersecurity, cloud computing, geographic information systems (GIS), business intelligence (BI) systems, data warehousing, engineering services, and custom database and application development. VSolvit is an award winning WOSB, CA CDB, MBE, WBE, and CMMI Level 3 certified company. We offer a customizable health benefits program that best meets the needs of its employees. Offering may include : medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, long and short-term disability and other insurance products, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401K Retirement Plan options, Tuition Reimbursement, and assorted voluntary benefits. Our goal is to grow together and enjoy the work that we do as a team. VSolvit LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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