Director, Contracts Management

The Clearing, Inc.

. Lead and manage the full lifecycle of federal, state, local government, and commercial contracts and related agreements .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage the full lifecycle of federal, state, local government, and commercial contracts and related agreements
Review, draft, negotiate, execute, administer, modify, renew, and close out contracts and agreements
Support proposal and capture activities, including solicitation requirements, representations, certifications, and terms and conditions
Lead contract kickoff and closeout activities
Translate contract requirements and funding information into project setup documentation and internal systems, including Costpoint
Monitor compliance with FAR, DFARS, subcontracting requirements, company policies, customer directives, and other government contracting standards
Identify contractual risks, Organizational Conflicts of Interest, compliance concerns, and performance issues
Develop mitigation strategies and recommend corrective actions
Serve as a primary contact for government contracting officers, client representatives, prime contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
Resolve contract issues and advise teams on contractual obligations, deliverables, funding limitations, reporting requirements, and compliance expectations
Coordinate annual compliance training and maintain completion records for audit readiness
Collaborate with business development, proposal, finance, legal, operations, HR, project control, consulting, and executive teams
Provide strategic guidance on contract interpretation, risk management, operational processes, and program performance
Maintain contract files, databases, representations, and internal business systems
Manage contract compliance and reporting obligations, including TDR and IFF reporting, sales tracking, and audit support
Develop and improve contract management policies, procedures, templates, controls, and best practices
Establish and track contract management metrics and KPIs
Generate reports, analyses, and leadership updates on contract status, compliance, performance, and organizational risk
Manage subcontract administration throughout the subcontract lifecycle
Prepare, negotiate, and administer subcontracts and related agreements
Coordinate subcontractor communications, issue resolution, modifications, renewals, and closeout documentation
Lead pricing proposal and price-volume development for government and commercial contracts
Prepare pricing documentation, spreadsheets, BOEs, rate validations, price narratives, and supporting analyses
Coordinate with finance, program management, business development, subcontractors, and vendors on pricing inputs
Support pricing reviews, fact-finding activities, customer negotiations, contract modifications, and change orders
Maintain pricing files, historical cost data, and proposal records

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Contracts Management, Finance, Legal Studies, Public Administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
15+ years of progressive experience in federal government contract management and administration
NCMA certification (e.g., CPCM, CFCM, CCCM) preferred
Experience managing the full lifecycle of federal contracts and subcontracts
Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, subcontract management, contract types, and government procurement regulations
Experience supporting federal proposal and capture efforts
Ability to identify contractual, operational, and compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies
Experience supporting OCI identification, analysis, and mitigation
Ability to interpret complex contractual language and communicate requirements, risks, and business impacts
Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills
Experience supporting pricing development, price proposals, and contract modifications
Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and applicable pricing and cost principles
Experience preparing and analyzing pricing spreadsheets, BOEs, and proposal documentation
Knowledge of GSA Schedules, T&M, FFP, and other government contract pricing structures preferred
Cross-functional collaboration experience with business development, finance, legal, operations, project control, HR, and executive leadership
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to develop and improve processes, policies, templates, and operational procedures
Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate professionalism and accountability
Proficiency in contract management software and tools
Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance and/or positive suitability determination if applicable
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to use computers and office equipment
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 10 pounds
Ability to use judgment, withstand moderate stress, and maintain attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunity protections
Reasonable accommodations for candidates and employees
Training and career development programs
Potential travel opportunities
Remote work arrangement