Senior Contracts Manager
About The Position
Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems. Position Overview The Sr. Contract Manager supports cradle to grave contract lifecycle management. This role ensures compliance with FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific regulations while facilitating efficient contract execution and performance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of U.S. government contracting processes. This is a senior-level position suited for professionals experienced in federal contracts who can work independently and provide support on complex or high-value contracts. The ideal candidate should have management, proposal cost volume and day-to-day experience in the full range of contracts and requires independent judgment and identification, analysis and resolution of significant issues.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Contracts, Law, Finance, or related field, Masters degree a plus, or experience in lieu of degree.
- 12+ years of experience in contract administration in Federal Contracting environment (preferably in an R&D, technology, or defense environment).
- Demonstrated experience with FAR, DFARS, and other federal acquisition regulations.
- Hands-on experience with cost-reimbursement, time & materials, and firm-fixed-price contract types.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with contract management and ERP tools (e.g., Deltek Costpoint).
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Solid understanding of contracting principles and flow-down requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of government property management requirements under FAR Part 45 and FAR Part 52.245-1
- Experience supporting property tracking, inventory control, or government-furnished property (GFP) processes.
- Experience supporting OTA’s, CRADA’s and other non-standard contract types
- Familiarity with DCMA and DCAA audit processes.
Responsibilities
- Contract Formation & Negotiation Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of government and contract agreements, including, OTA’s, CRADA’s, task orders, and NDAs.
- Coordinate contract language with internal stakeholders (legal, finance, technical program teams, procurement).
- Support proposal development drafting contract volumes and ensuring contractual compliance with solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, BAAs, etc.).
- Contract Administration & Management Maintain and track all active contract files, modifications, funding ceilings, deliverables, and performance periods.
- In-depth understanding of FAR, DFARs and CMMC requirements Experience with Commercial Products and Services and Reseller agreements, to include FAR Part 12
- Manage correspondence and change documentation between the company, subcontractors, and government representatives (e.g., CO, COR).
- Ensure proper closeout of completed contracts and documentation per FAR requirements.
- Compliance & Risk Mitigation Interpret and apply FAR/DFARS clauses and agency supplements.
- Identify potential compliance risks and propose mitigation strategies.
- Support internal and external audits as required.
- Process Improvement Recommend and assist in implementing process improvements for contract management workflows, templates, and documentation standards.
- Train internal project teams on contract and compliance best practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
