[Hiring] Federal Contracts Manager @Confidential Recruiting Partners

Role Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Federal Contracts Manager to provide hands‑on support across the full acquisition lifecycle within a professional services environment. This contract role ensures continuity in contract execution, compliance, and operational support during a period of increased internal activity. The ideal candidate brings strong federal contracting expertise, excellent judgment, and the ability to operate independently in a fast‑paced environment.

No Visa Sponsorship

Contract Duration: 4 months, option to extend

Work Model: Remote (DMV preferred), EST hours

Work Schedule: Part‑time or full‑time depending on candidate availability

Responsibilities

• Contract Execution & Lifecycle Management
  • Analyze RFQs/RFPs/RFIs to identify requirements, compliance obligations, and risk considerations.
  • Draft, review, and manage contractual documents such as subcontracts, NDAs, and teaming agreements.
  • Support proposal activities, including terms and conditions review and coordination with pricing and technical teams.
  • Maintain contract files, documentation, and CRM/CMS systems in accordance with internal and regulatory standards.
  • Manage end‑to‑end administration of federal contracts and subcontracts, including solicitation review, teaming, award, modifications, and closeout across multiple contract types (Fixed Price, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost‑Reimbursable, Ordering Vehicles).
• Compliance & Risk Management
  • Identify and escalate contractual or regulatory risks and support issue tracking and resolution.
  • Assist with interpreting regulatory updates and integrating them into processes and procedures.
  • Support compliance with FAR, DFARS, GSAM, SBA, and other federal procurement regulations.
  • Assist with administration of federal contract vehicles (GSA, OASIS+, CIO‑SP, IDIQs, GWACs, MACs).
  • Support contract‑related reporting and registration requirements (SAM.gov modules, GSA systems, GWAC/MAC portals).
• Cross‑Functional & Enterprise Support
  • Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on contract requirements and compliance considerations.
  • Support enterprise activities such as name changes, novations, contract transitions, or similar actions.
  • Contribute to documentation and knowledge transfer to ensure continuity after the temporary assignment.
  • Partner with legal, finance, HR, program management, and capture/proposal teams to support contract execution.

Qualifications

• NCMA or similar certifications are a plus.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to execute independently with appropriate escalation.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, or related field preferred.
• High attention to detail and ability to identify compliance issues.
• Experience supporting subcontracting and teaming agreements.
• Collaborative working style in a temporary, high‑impact support role.
• Experience with name changes, novations, or contract transitions is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365; CRM/CMS experience (e.g., Salesforce) preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and related procurement regulations.
• Experience with multiple contract types, including Cost‑Reimbursable (required).
• Familiarity with federal contract vehicles (GSA, OASIS+, CIO‑SP3, IDIQs, GWACs, MACs).
• Exposure to federal systems (SAM.gov, GSA platforms, GWAC/MAC portals) preferred.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated experience administering contracts and subcontracts across the full lifecycle.
• 8+ years of hands‑on experience in federal government contracting within a professional services environment.