Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.
At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.
Dexis Professional Services is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to lead our support to the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Europe and Africa (MARFOREUR/AF) Technical and Analytical Support Services program providing Operational, Exercise, and Analytical Support. The Contract Manager will lead a dynamic team, oversee delivery of services, and ensure client satisfaction. The Contract Manager will drive strategic execution across the program ensuring the successful delivery of analytical, technical, and programmatic support for a wide range of operations, training events, exercises, and senior-level seminars. The Contract Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of contract performance, including coordination with government stakeholders, management of contractor personnel, compliance with contract requirements, and delivery of high-quality support across a broad scope of services—from scenario development and C4I simulation to logistics and data analysis. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in program management, a solid understanding of joint military operations and exercise planning, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic, mission-focused environment. This position is contingent upon award.
Responsibilities- Serve as the senior point of contact for all program performance, providing leadership, accountability, and strategic oversight across all task areas defined in the contract.
- Lead a 50+ FTE workforce, ensuring effective tasking, resourcing, and management of daily operations across multiple functional and geographic areas.
- Provide technical oversight and management of the full spectrum of services outlined in the contract, including Operational Support and General Support, encompassing task areas such as Orders Development, Exercise Planning, Logistics Coordination, Travel Administration, and Resource Evaluation.
- Oversee program delivery to ensure quality, compliance, and timely completion of all deliverables, reports, and milestones in accordance with contract.
- Liaise regularly with the Dexis home office and internal support units, such as HR, Contracts, Finance, and Security, to align staffing, budgeting, and compliance efforts in support of program success.
- Cultivate and manage a collaborative relationship with the Government client, including G1, G3, G4, G5, and G8 stakeholders, to anticipate evolving program requirements and proactively adjust program support.
- Ensure strict adherence to the contract and Government guidance, including operational, administrative, and security protocols, and provide subject matter input to evolving requirements, priorities, and task realignments.
- Supervise and coordinate with the designated Site Lead(s) to ensure seamless day-to-day program execution and responsiveness to on-the-ground operational needs.
- Lead and execute startup, transition-in, and surge activities, including onboarding of new staff and alignment of resources to mission-critical timelines and deliverables.
- Monitor and report program performance metrics, risks, and quality trends; implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives through the Quality Control Plan (QCP).
- Represent the program in post-award conferences, technical reviews, and recurring status meetings with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and other Government officials.
- Provide rapid response to operational challenges, Government inquiries, and program deviations, ensuring mission continuity and client satisfaction.
- U.S. Citizen with eligibility for a Secret security clearance (active clearance strongly preferred).
- Bachelor's degree in business, project management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in government contracting, with at least 5 years managing complex service delivery contracts for DoD clients.
- Extensive experience supporting joint military operations, exercise planning, and operational readiness initiatives in line with Combatant Command priorities.
- Prior experience supporting similar mission sets within the U.S. Marine Corps—particularly within EUCOM or AFRICOM.
- Demonstrated experience managing geographically dispersed teams, including remote and on-site personnel, across OCONUS environments.
- Proven success in coordinating with senior Government personnel, resolving contract-related issues, and leading compliance and quality assurance efforts.
- Strong understanding of DoD contracting processes, FFP contract management, and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) compliance.
- Exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
Dexis is on a mission to help solve today’s most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is “find a way or make a way” — that’s how Dexis goes “all in.” How will you?
If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!
Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.
Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.
As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.
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What We Do
Dexis is a professional services firm that solves the most pressing social challenges in complex environments, paving the way for a more secure and prosperous world.
We advance the mission of leading global engagement agencies, including USAID, the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. We specialize in stabilization and conflict mitigation, security sector assistance, rule of law, anti-corruption, and inclusive economic growth.
Our staff of over 500 full-time employees maintain an active presence across 80 countries. Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system (QMS) makes us a reliable partner with our clients.
Established in 2001, Dexis has grown at double-digit rates for over a decade and is now a solidly middle-market company, a feat demonstrated by 2.5% of small government services firms. Dexis’ agile, digital-forward workforce and robust business platforms ensure adaptive management is built into everything we do.
As a minority-owned company, we are committed to diversity and inclusion as the foundation of our corporate culture. Women make up seventy percent of staff and half of our executive leadership team. Forty percent of our staff and leadership team are from minority or historically under-represented communities.
We are an active member of the communities where we work and provide matching donations to employee-driven social causes. Our employees have top ranked Dexis in Glassdoor as a company with the best growth prospects among its peers.
