Specialist Manager, Government Client Contracts Management (Air Force)
About The Position
The Specialist Manager, Government Client Contracts Management supports strategic federal contract administration across complex, high-value engagements that directly affect revenue generation and retention. The role advises account leadership on contract strategy, supports compliant execution throughout the contract lifecycle, leads analysis and resolution of complex contractual matters, and drives negotiation, portfolio oversight, and operational coordination across internal stakeholders. This position is part of Deloitte’s Enterprise Contract Management & Operations team, which supports administration of strategic enterprise contract vehicles across the Government and Public Services practice. The role works with Contracts professionals, Project Engagement Leadership, Enabling Solutions points of contact, and other internal stakeholders to coordinate the information and decisions needed for compliant contract management and operational execution. The position uses a hybrid work model, requiring in-person co-location two to three days per week at a Deloitte office or client site, depending on team needs, and requires an average of 25% travel.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Legal Studies, or another business discipline.
- At least 8 years of experience managing multiple federal contract types, including cost-plus-fixed-fee, cost-plus-incentive-fee, cost-plus-award-fee, firm-fixed-price level-of-effort, time-and-materials, and firm-fixed-price contracts, or commensurate experience.
- Experience supporting federal clients, specifically the Air Force.
- Experience leading projects with organizational impact.
- Experience developing, submitting, and negotiating governmentwide contract vehicles.
- Ability to travel an average of 25%, based on the work performed and clients and industries or sectors served.
- Ability to perform job responsibilities under a hybrid work model requiring in-person co-location two to three days per week at a Deloitte office or client site, depending on team needs.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product.
- Ability to build and sustain professional relationships.
- Ability to lead projects or workstreams.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree such as a Master of Business Administration, Master of Science, or Juris Doctor.
- National Contract Management Association certification, including Certified Federal Contracts Manager, Certified Commercial Contracts Manager, or Certified Professional Contracts Manager.
- Experience in a professional services organization.
- Demonstrated experience managing both prime federal contracts and downstream federal subcontracts or vendor procurement operations governed by federal regulations and procedures.
- Experience managing junior team members.
Responsibilities
- Lead proposal, award, and contract administration activities for complex federal contracts across the contract lifecycle.
- Review contract actions, identify contractual risks and opportunities, and implement action plans to support compliant execution.
- Advise project and account leadership on contract strategy, negotiations, and issue resolution for strategic government engagements.
- Monitor contract portfolios, pipeline activity, and contract performance to support revenue retention and operational execution.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to maintain contract data, resolve discrepancies, and support accurate documentation and reporting.
Benefits
- May be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to its governing rules and applicable factors.
- Opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership opportunities, and connect and grow through mentorship.
- On-the-job learning experiences and formal development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
