Contracts Manager – Government Contracts

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. Propose, negotiate, and execute contracts of moderate to high complexity .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeWindsor Locks • Connecticut • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $107,500 - $204,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract negotiation, administration, and compliance, with a strong focus on government contracting and regulatory interpretation. Proven ability to manage complex contracts and effectively communicate with senior leadership and customers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Contract NegotiationGovernment Contracting ExperienceFAR 15 ExperienceFAR 12 ExperienceContract Administration

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementRegulatory InterpretationRisk IdentificationDispute ResolutionCompliance ResearchContract Flow-Down ProcessesFormal Correspondence DraftingProcess ImprovementAudit SupportCustomer Inquiry Response

Soft Skills

CommunicationInfluencingLeadershipCollaborationProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

U.S. CitizenshipIntellectual Property ConcernsCommercial Item DeterminationContractual IssuesSenior Leadership Presentations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Propose, negotiate, and execute contracts of moderate to high complexity
Review contractual documents, terms and conditions, and lead contract flow-down processes
Perform contract administration tasks
Summarize contractual issues and research compliance matters
Interpret regulations, identify risks, advise on intellectual property concerns, and formulate and present recommendations
Draft formal correspondence addressing contractual matters and aiding dispute resolution
Support special projects and process improvement events
Support audits and customer requests
Lead, prepare, and present review packages to senior leadership and customers
Adhere to standard work processes
Respond to customer inquiries
Participate in internal and external customer meetings and reviews
Manage complex contracts and recommend legal strategy in support of business interests
Communicate and influence senior functional leaders on significant matters

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Experience in contracts
Government contracting experience
FAR 15 and FAR 12 experience
Commercial Item Determination experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
Eligible for relocation assistance
Flexible work schedules
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off and holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available