Sr. Contracts Manager

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About the Role

The Contracts Manager Sr. is responsible for the strategic and operational management of U.S. Government contracts and subcontracts, with a specialized focus on the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (DHS/ICE), and Department of the Army customers. This individual will ensure regulatory compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation, DoD FAR Supplement, and Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (FAR/DFARS/HSAR), and oversee a team supporting high-value programs. The role primarily leads a contracts team in support of the Expeditionary & Diplomacy Supply Chain (EDSC) portfolio, delivering logistics, operational, and maintenance solutions to Department of Defense customers, including the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, and DLA. This position is required to be on-site in El Paso, TX, with potential future consideration for hybrid conversion.

Responsibilities

• Lead review, drafting, negotiation, and lifecycle management of a wide range of contracts.
• Provide expert guidance on contractual obligations, risk, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Advise senior management on complex contractual terms, including indemnities, limitation of liability, terminations, payment terms, and dispute resolution.
• Partner with the Program Management Office (PMO) to understand operational requirements and objectives.
• Monitor contractor performance, deliverables, and milestones; manage amendments, renewals, file management, and close-out procedures.
• Oversee contract administration while driving initiatives to enhance profitability and accelerate cash collection.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Advise leadership on contractual rights, obligations, and risks.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage customer contact activities to ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in alignment with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Collaborate with Operations and Business Management teams to track, assess, and accurately report project cost, schedule, risks, and opportunities.
• Participate in proposal development with a focus on reviewing terms and conditions, risk assessment, and pricing strategy.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all contractual matters, including status, compliance, modifications, deviations, negotiations, and terminations.
• Ensure timely contract execution through proactive communication and coordination.
• Analyze and interpret federal government regulations, including FAR, DFARS, HSAR, and ICE policy.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and files within the Amentum Electronic Contract Management System (eCMS).
• Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to promote a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Manage multiple task orders simultaneously across various contract types (cost, T&M, FFP).
• Oversee contract closeout activities.
• Participate in audits and internal reviews.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), Homeland Security Acquisition Regulations (HSAR), and related federal and state legislation and regulations.
• Contract management experience with prime and multiple subcontracts totaling over $5 billion.
• Knowledge of the Service Contract Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, and Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act.
• Experience with fair and reasonableness reviews incorporating (other than) certified cost and pricing data.
• Experience with flow-down provisions from prime contracts.
• Experience determining the application of Performance Requirements Summaries and applicable penalty provisions from prime contracts to subcontracts.
• Leadership experience with groups of 5-10 subordinates.
• Proven excellence in managing subcontract deliverables for price contracts.
• Strong understanding of contract law, procurement, and commercial negotiations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and analytical ability.
• Proficiency in Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tools.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective leadership and interpersonal skills, with strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Secret Clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (two years of experience in a related field may substitute for each year of the four years of college).
• Twelve (12)+ years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree; or eight (8)+ years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree in a related field.
• Five (5) + years of managerial experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple contract types: Fixed-Price, Cost-Reimbursable, Time and Material, Federal Schedule, and more.

Preferred Qualifications

• National Contract Management Association certification.
• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act professional contracting certification.

Work Environment

Generally works in an office environment with no unusual hazards. Occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting while using a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness. Must possess planning/organizing skills and the ability to work under deadlines. This position may be authorized to work remotely and requires the ability to travel domestically and internationally to support client engagements and business objectives.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.