Contracts Manager - Diego Garcia

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Contracts Manager to support a government contract on the island of Diego Garcia.

PURPOSE / SCOPE

This individual will lead contract negotiations, ensure regulatory compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation and DoD FAR Supplement (FAR/DFARS), and oversee a team supporting high-value program. 

The Contract Manager will primarily lead a contracts team in support of the Expeditionary & Diplomacy Supply Chain (EDSC) portfolio in the delivery of logistics, operational, and maintenance solutions to the and Department of Defense customers, including the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, and British military.  In addition to meeting the qualifications of a contracts professional, the ideal candidate must be comfortable working in a dynamic, high-energy environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead review, drafting, negotiation, and lifecycle management of a wide range of contracts.
• Provide expert guidance on contractual obligations, risk and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Advise the senior management team on complex contractual terms, including indemnities, limitation of liability, terminations, payment terms and dispute resolution.
• Partner with the Program Management Office (PMO) to understand operational requirements and objectives.
• Monitor contractor performance, deliverables, and milestones; manage amendments, renewals, file management, and close-out procedures.
• Oversee contract administration while driving initiatives to enhance profitability and accelerate cash collection.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Advise leadership on contractual rights, obligations, and risks.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage customer contact activities to ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in alignment with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Collaborate with Operations and Business Management teams to track, assess, and accurately report project cost, schedule, risks, and opportunities.
• Participate in proposal development with a focus on reviewing terms and conditions, risk assessment, and pricing strategy.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all contractual matters, including status, compliance, modifications, deviations, negotiations, and terminations.
• Ensure timely contract execution through proactive communication and coordination.
• Analyze and interpret federal government regulations, including FAR, DFARS, policy.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and files within the Amentum Electronic Contract Management System (eCMS).
• Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to promote a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Manage multiple task orders simultaneously across various contract types (cost, T&M, FFP).
• Oversee contract closeout activities.
• Participate in audits and internal reviews.

MINIMUM POSITION KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Thorough knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), and related federal and state legislation and regulations.  
• Knowledge of Service Contract Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, and Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Act.
• Strong understanding of contract law, procurement, and commercial negotiations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of attention to details and analytical ability.
• Proficiency in Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tools.
• Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Microsoft-Office Suite.
• Effective leadership and interpersonal skills, with strong critical thinking and analytical skills. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred in Business Administration, Finance, Management)
• Minimum of seven (7) years of government contracts experience in a DoD OCONUS contract environment with at least five (5) years in management with an emphasis in Base Operations Support Services with a working knowledge in contract administration, subcontracts, purchasing, document control, and/or pricing.
• Minimum of three (3) previous years of working in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple contract types: Fixed-Price, Cost-Reimbursable, Time and Material, Federal Schedule, and more. 
• Successfully complete pre-deployment training and all required medical exam, tests and vaccinations etc.
• Must be familiar with current global, US, Program and PWS requirements
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US passport and driver's license throughout employment in this role
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization
• Ability to successfully pass CENTCOM medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Generally, works in an office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines. This position can be authorized to work remotely. 

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
• Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.