Contracts Manager in Frederick, Maryland at R3 LLC

At R3, we are committed to providing our clients with best-in-class solutions for all of their IT needs. We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and dedicated to providing our clients with unsurpassed quality, service, and value day in and day out. As we continue to grow and innovate, we are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. If you're ready to join our mission of setting the standard for IT excellence, we are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join our team.

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee and manage the full lifecycle of federal and commercial contracts for R3. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of federal procurement processes, regulations (FAR/DFARS), and IT service agreements. A crucial aspect of the role includes reviewing and managing teaming agreements to ensure effective collaboration and compliance. The Contracts Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring contracts are compliant, profitable, and aligned with organizational goals, while fostering strong relationships with federal clients and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all stages of federal and commercial contracts, including review, negotiation, execution, modifications, and closeouts.
• Ensure all contracts comply with federal regulations (FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific rules), company policies, and client requirements.
• Lead contract negotiations with federal agencies, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for the company.
• Collaborate with the business development and proposal teams to review RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs, ensuring accurate and compliant responses.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with federal contracts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with federal clients, acting as the primary point of contact for contract-related matters.
• Track contract deliverables, key milestones, and obligations, ensuring compliance with performance standards and deadlines.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date contract files and documentation for audit readiness.
• Prepare and present regular reports on contract status, performance, and compliance to senior management.
• Continuously improve contract management processes, templates, and tools to enhance efficiency and compliance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPCM, CFCM) are a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in federal contract management, ideally within an IT or MSP environment.
• Proven experience working with federal clients and knowledge of the government contracting process.
• Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, and government procurement processes.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficient with contract management tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with IT service agreements and SLAs.

Why join our winning team?

• Competitive wages to reflect your experience and skills.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• 401(k) with company match to help you plan for the future.
• Flexible time off policies to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 9 company holidays observed, plus 2 floating holidays.
• Opportunity to give back to our community with (paid) volunteer time off.
• We offer many remote opportunities, allowing you to work wherever you want.
• We are committed to creating a positive impact on society and contributing to a better world--we're involved in our community and encourage our employees to do the same.
• We are reshaping the industry and the way it thinks about technology and service.
• We strive to be better and encourage our employees to do the same by offering training incentives and bonuses to help you and your career grow.
• The opportunity to be a part of an amazing team.

R3 is an equal opportunity employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of R3 to not discriminate on the basis, of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignment, benefits, and termination.