Director of Contracts
Salary & Benefits:
- $140,000–$150,000 plus an excellent benefits package
- Generous PTO
- Flexible work environment
- Comprehensive benefits and additional employee perks
Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor the Contracts team while overseeing daily contract operations.
- Negotiate, administer, and manage prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, MOUs, and other commercial and government agreements throughout the full contract lifecycle.
- Review solicitations, contract modifications, and agreements to identify risk, ensure compliance, and support proposal development.
- Ensure timely processing of contract awards, modifications, funding actions, extensions, and closeouts.
- Interpret contractual terms and advise leadership on risk, compliance, and business implications.
- Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and applicable government regulations while supporting contract purchasing system reviews and audits.
- Partner with Program Management, Finance, and Business Development on contractual obligations, funding, billing, and new business opportunities.
- Maintain contract records, company registrations, and contract management systems.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, contracting officers, and key stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Accounting, or a related field.
- 10+ years of federal contract management experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
- Strong experience managing FAR- and DFARS-based contracts from proposal through closeout.
- Proven ability to negotiate and administer prime contracts, subcontracts, and related agreements.
- In-depth knowledge of government procurement regulations and contract compliance.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Deltek Costpoint or a similar ERP system preferred.
- Experience working with government contracting agencies and audits preferred.
- Knowledge of ITAR/EAR regulations is a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- U.S. citizenship required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
Pay: $140,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
