Contract Manager

Job Title

Contract Manager

As a Contract Manager, you will be responsible for negotiating and managing contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions. You will oversee bid management and approval processes, acting as a key interface between sales, technical teams, and other functions like Finance and Legal. Your role will involve developing and implementing contract policies, identifying risks, and providing creative solutions to complex issues.

• Negotiate and manage contract terms and conditions with customers, vendors, and partners.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, government regulations, and industry protocols.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and practices related to contract administration.
• Assist in difficult negotiations and oversee major RFPs/RFQs.
• Manage contract documentation from pre‑award negotiations through close‑out.
• Lead the interpretation of contract terms and provide advice to senior management.
• Oversee non‑disclosure agreements and intellectual property administration.
• Manage contract performance, modifications, and invoicing.
• Represent Contracts in high‑level meetings and drive action items to completion.
• Manage other Contracts Administrators and Government Property employees.
• Apply for and track export permits and prepare compliance reports.

• 8+ years of experience in DFAR/FAR contract administration/management.
• Leadership skills to effectively present to executives and contracting officers.
• Experience in change management.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least five years of U.S. Government contract administration experience.
• Advanced degree with two years of U.S. Government contract administration experience is acceptable.
• CFCM certification can substitute for one year of experience.
• Ability to obtain a US Government security clearance.

The position offers a remote work environment, with occasional visits to the client site in Chantilly, VA as needed.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chantilly, VA.

The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $67.30/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarter for other accommodation options.