Contracts Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including contract review, drafting, negotiation, execution, amendment, renewal, and closeout.
• Review and negotiate a variety of agreements, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), subcontractor agreements, and vendor contracts.
• Identify contractual risks and provide recommendations to mitigate exposure while supporting business priorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure contract terms align with operational, financial, and legal requirements.
• Track contract milestones, deliverables, expirations, renewals, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate contract records and documentation within contract management systems.
• Support proposal and business development activities by reviewing contractual requirements and obligations.
• Assist in dispute resolution and contract interpretation matters.
• Develop and implement contract management policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Prepare reports and metrics related to contract performance, compliance, and risk management.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Legal Studies, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in contract management, contract administration, or commercial contracts.
• Experience negotiating and managing complex contractual agreements.
• Strong understanding of contract terms, legal language, and risk assessment principles.
• Experience with contract lifecycle management tools and ERP systems such as Deltek Costpoint.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Core Competencies

• Contract Negotiation
• Government Compliance
• FAR/DFARS Expertise
• Deltek Costpoint Administration
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation
• Proposal Support
• Stakeholder Management
• Audit Readiness
• Financial Acumen
• Cross-Functional Collaboration