FEMA Public Assistance Contract Manager
Nationwide Remote
ICF is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to support FEMA Public Assistance (PA) Technical Assistance Contract programs and disaster recovery operations. The Contract Manager will oversee administrative activities associated with the full contract lifecycle, including procurement support, contract implementation, performance monitoring, modifications, payment administration, compliance, and stakeholder coordination.
This role will work closely with program leadership, clients, contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure contractual requirements are met and contract objectives are achieved. The successful candidate will bring extensive contract management experience and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic disaster response and recovery environment.
Position Location
- This position is 100% remote within the 48 contiguous United States and will primarily support East Coast business hours. Candidates in the Reston, Virginia area may work on a hybrid schedule at ICF's corporate headquarters. Infrequent travel to ICF offices, customer locations, or project sites may be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full contract lifecycle, including solicitation review, invitation to bid, bid evaluation, contract award, implementation, administration, modifications, and closeout.
- Monitor contractor performance and contract compliance to ensure obligations, deliverables, program requirements, and contract objectives are met.
- Review and interpret contract terms and conditions; identify contractual risks, compliance concerns, gaps, and potential operational impacts; and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Administer contract modifications, scope changes, and other contractual adjustments throughout the period of performance.
- Measure and document completed work, validate contract deliverables, and support the accurate computation and administration of payments.
- Serve as a primary contract point of contact and coordinate with FEMA representatives, program leadership, clients, contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to resolve contract-related issues.
- Maintain complete contract files, records, reports, and supporting documentation in accordance with client requirements, company practices, and applicable regulations.
- Support business and price proposal development, pricing reviews, contract transitions, and other activities for new and existing programs.
- Provide oversight and guidance to contract administration staff, as assigned, and coordinate workload to support proposal and program teams effectively.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in contract management and/or a related field.
- Minimum of 120 hours of continuing professional education in contract management, procurement, business, finance, law, or related disciplines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting FEMA disaster recovery programs.
- Experience supporting FEMA Public Assistance (PA) programs.
- Experience supporting FEMA Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contracts (PA TAC).
- Experience supporting contracts associated with disaster response, disaster recovery, emergency management, resilience, or grant-funded programs.
- Experience administering large-scale government contracts, task orders, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contracts (IDIQs), blanket purchase agreements (BPAs), or similar contract vehicles.
- Experience supporting state, local, tribal, territorial, and federal government clients.
- Knowledge of FEMA Public Assistance policy, grant management processes, and recovery operations.
- Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and federal grant compliance requirements.
- Experience supporting proposal development, contract transitions, and contract closeout activities
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Compensation: Although the posted range below is broader, this position is anticipated to offer a base salary in the $85,000–$90,000 range.
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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
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At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$74,090.00 - $125,954.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in contract management and/or a related field
- Minimum of 120 hours of continuing professional education in contract management, procurement, business, finance, law, or related disciplines
- Experience supporting FEMA disaster recovery programs
- Experience supporting FEMA Public Assistance programs
- Experience supporting FEMA Public Assistance Technical Assistance Contracts
- Experience supporting contracts associated with disaster response, disaster recovery, emergency management, resilience, or grant-funded programs
- Experience administering large-scale government contracts, task orders, IDIQs, BPAs, or similar contract vehicles
- Experience supporting state, local, tribal, territorial, and federal government clients
- Knowledge of FEMA Public Assistance policy, grant management processes, and recovery operations
- Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation and federal grant compliance requirements
- Experience supporting proposal development, contract transitions, and contract closeout activities
ICF Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ICF and has not been reviewed or approved by ICF.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan choices (UHC PPO/HDHP and Kaiser in some areas) come with employer HSA/HRA funding and wellness incentives, with dental and vision included. Mental-health access is emphasized via Modern Health, offering up to 10 therapy and 10 coaching sessions annually.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-building resources include Maven support on UHC plans, $10,000 lifetime fertility/surrogacy reimbursement, and $5,000 for adoption, milk-shipping, and clinician-led programs. Caregiver and 24/7 resources are also available through the EAP.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 5% discount is broadly available and regularly highlighted in postings. This adds a straightforward path for employees to build ownership alongside salary and benefits.
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