Contracts Manager

Bart & Associates LLC

About The Position

Contracts Manager: At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team! Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Contracts Manager with experience in U.S. Government contracting to oversee contract administration and compliance across the full contract lifecycle. The Contracts Manager will serve as a key advisor to leadership and programming teams, ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and other applicable regulations. This individual will play a critical role in supporting business development, proposal preparation, negotiations, and contract execution, while safeguarding the company’s contractual and financial interests.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Government Contracting, Legal Studies, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
5+ years of experience in federal contract management or administration, preferably in a DoD, DHS, or federal agency contracting environment.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple contracts and priorities.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Demonstrated experience negotiating with government agencies and commercial entities (as prime and subcontractors).
Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government contracting principles.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related tools.

Nice To Haves

NCMA Certification (CPCM, CFCM, or CCCM).
Experience with cost-reimbursable, fixed-price, time-and-materials, and IDIQ contract types.
Working knowledge of EVMS, compliance audits, and DCAA/DCMA requirements.
Experience with subcontract management and flow-down requirements.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including pre-award, award, modifications, execution, compliance, and closeout.
Prepare and maintain accurate contractual documentation, including modifications, correspondence, and compliance reports.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, and teaming agreements.
Review and interpret complex solicitations, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Statements of Work (SOWs) to identify risks and ensure alignment with corporate policies.
Support proposal development, including reviewing terms and conditions, developing pricing strategies, assisting with cost/price proposals, and submission of proposals.
Serve as the primary point of contact for Government Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), and prime/subcontractor partners.
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, agency supplements, ITAR, and other applicable statutes and regulations.
Provide contractual guidance to program management, business development, procurement, and finance teams.
Monitor contract performance to ensure deliverables, schedules, and reporting requirements are met.
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks while supporting resolution of disputes and claims.
Participate in audits, data calls, and compliance reviews as required by federal agencies.
Train internal stakeholders on contract compliance requirements and best practices.

Benefits

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU).
B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.
The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
A formal mentorship program
Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
Brand Ambassador program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
Monthly teambuilding events
B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more