Contracts Manager

Advanced Technology Systems Company•Mclean, VA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Technology Systems Company (ATSC) is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to administer the full lifecycle of U.S. Government contracts and ensure compliance with federal regulations, company policies, and contractual requirements. The position serves as the primary contractual liaison among the company, government customers, prime contractors, and subcontractors, and supports business growth through proposal development, contract negotiations, and risk management. The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and government contracting practices, along with strong communication, analytical, and negotiation skills. This role is on-site in McLean, Virginia.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Contracts Management, Finance, Legal Studies, or a related field.
At least 5 years of government contracts administration or contract management experience.
Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, government procurement regulations, and contract lifecycle management.
Experience supporting the Department of Defense, federal agencies, or government contractors.
Experience reviewing and negotiating prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, purchase orders, and contract modifications.
Excellent analytical, negotiation, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Comprehensive understanding of government contracting regulations.
Strong contract interpretation and negotiation skills.
Ability to identify contractual risks and develop practical solutions.
Strong business acumen and decision-making abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong ethics and commitment to compliance.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline.
NCMA certification such as CPCM, CFCM, or CCCM.
Experience supporting Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time & Materials (T&M), and IDIQ contracts.
Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, or other government contractor ERP systems.
Experience working in a CMMC, NIST 800-171, or classified environment.
Active U.S. Secret or Top Secret security clearance, or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

Administer government contracts throughout their lifecycle, from proposal through closeout.
Review, negotiate, and manage contracts, subcontracts, modifications, task orders, NDAs, teaming agreements, and other contractual documents.
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, agency regulations, and company policies.
Analyze solicitation requirements, including RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, and contract modifications.
Support proposal development by reviewing contractual terms, identifying risks, and recommending actions to management.
Serve as the primary point of contact for contractual matters with government agencies, prime contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
Draft, review, and negotiate contractual terms and conditions while minimizing organizational risk.
Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready contract files.
Monitor contract performance, deliverables, funding, periods of performance, and compliance requirements.
Collaborate with Program Management, Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, Business Development, and Operations to fulfill contractual obligations.
Identify contractual risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
Support contract audits and government reviews.
Interpret contract language and advise leadership on contractual rights, obligations, and potential liabilities.
Assist with contract closeouts and records retention requirements.
Track and report contract metrics and deadlines.
Stay current on changes to FAR, DFARS, and other government acquisition regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.