The Role
Manage end-to-end federal contracting: lead negotiations, support proposal development, ensure FAR/DFARS compliance, oversee contract administration, reporting, closeouts, and maintain contract records and KPIs.
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Job Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Federal Contracts Manager to join our team. The Federal Contracts Manager is a key position responsible for overseeing the full federal contracting process, including supporting pre-award proposal development, leading negotiations, contract execution, and monitoring post-award contract compliance, through contract closeout. This role ensures adherence to regulatory requirements while working closely with cross-functional teams and government agencies. If you are interested in a challenge and a great working environment, apply today!
What’s in it for you:
What you will do:
What you will bring:
How you will wow us:
JCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high-quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise-wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government. At JCS, we elevate our customers’ mission through the application of technology and professional services. Our commitment to investing in our workforce drives innovation and progress for our clients, employees, and communities. JCS has been certified as a Great Place to Work four years in a row and was awarded Washington Post’s Top Places to Work for 2024 and 2025.
Our employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Federal Contracts Manager to join our team. The Federal Contracts Manager is a key position responsible for overseeing the full federal contracting process, including supporting pre-award proposal development, leading negotiations, contract execution, and monitoring post-award contract compliance, through contract closeout. This role ensures adherence to regulatory requirements while working closely with cross-functional teams and government agencies. If you are interested in a challenge and a great working environment, apply today!
What’s in it for you:
- Join a premier technology firm specializing in innovative solutions.
- Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture.
- Enjoy tremendous growth potential in a high-performing team environment.
- A robust benefits package:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-and-long term disability
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401k retirement plan with employer match
- Annual Professional Development Reimbursement Program
- And more!
What you will do:
- Lead negotiations for all corporate contractual agreements to ensure favorable terms to facilitate corporate growth while mitigating operational and legal risks. These include Contracts, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Independent Contractor Agreements, Subcontractor Agreements, Contract Modifications, and corporate Representations & Certifications.
- Collaborate with Capture, Service Delivery, and Finance teams to complete competitive submissions or proposals in response to RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, and data calls.
- Cradle-to-grave management of all prime contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements for optimal performance, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and relevant regulations such as FAR, DFARS, GSAM, etc.
- Work closely with leadership on drafting corporate policies and processes to ensure compliant business systems.
- Prepare and draft Organizational Conflict of Interest Mitigation / Avoidance plans or certifications for opportunities, as needed.
- Establish and improve JCS templates for subcontracts, vendor agreements, NDAs, CTAs, and Teaming Agreements.
- Provide oversight of all contract administration including all required reports, funding analysis, LCAT verifications, and Government reporting sites.
- Development of training related to contractual requirements, FAR/DFARS, and compliance topics. Present kickoff for each new program.
- Ensure all Contract Briefs are updated for each contract modification to ensure contract value and funding validity.
- Update and continuously monitor the Document Tracker to ensure all documents are processed and executed in a timely manner.
- Proactively update and report in various government systems such as SAM.gov, FSRS, GSA ASSIST / CPRM and eGos.
- Work closely with Finance and Service Delivery on completing contract closeouts.
- Oversea organization and maintenance of all records within the Contracts SharePoint in accordance with internal policies.
- Serve as primary point of contact for all contract related matters, maintaining excellent working relationships with clients and subcontractors to ensure program needs.
- Ensure performance KPIs are consistently achieved and maintained, and report regular updates to leadership.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Contract Management, or a related field. Advanced certification such as CFCM (Certified Federal Contract Manager) or equivalent is a plus.
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in federal contracting or contract management within a government-regulated environment.
- In-depth knowledge of federal acquisition regulations (FAR, DFARS, etc.) and proficiency in all contract structures (FFP, T&M, CPFF, etc.)
- Experience with GSA schedule and IDIQ GWACs
How you will wow us:
- Proven track record in managing complex federal contracts and subcontracts.
- Strong negotiations, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
JCS Solutions (JCS) is a premier technology firm providing innovative solutions and high-quality services in defense, national security, and civilian sectors. JCS offers enterprise-wide solutions including cloud computing, software development, cybersecurity, digital modernization, and management consulting for the federal government. At JCS, we elevate our customers’ mission through the application of technology and professional services. Our commitment to investing in our workforce drives innovation and progress for our clients, employees, and communities. JCS has been certified as a Great Place to Work four years in a row and was awarded Washington Post’s Top Places to Work for 2024 and 2025.
Our employees embody our core values, and we are looking for others who do too!
- Customer Experience: Strive for excellence and delight our clients
- Innovation: Embrace creative thinking to enable continual growth and powerful solutions
- Accountability: Take ownership of and pride in our actions and service delivery
- Inspire: Be inspired to be your best self and have fun in the process
- Integrity: Do the right thing, the right way, every time!
- Stewardship: The careful and responsible management of something entrusted to our care.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Contract Management, or related field
- Advanced certification (CFCM or equivalent)
- Minimum 10 years' experience in federal contracting or contract management
- In-depth knowledge of federal acquisition regulations (FAR, DFARS) and proficiency in contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF)
- Experience with GSA schedule and IDIQ GWACs
- Experience using government reporting systems (SAM.gov, FSRS, GSA ASSIST/CPRM, eGOS) and SharePoint for records management
- Strong negotiation, analytical, written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills
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The Company
What We Do
JCS is a premier technology firm specializing in enterprise-wide capabilities, digital transformation, software solutions, and IT services. We hold contracts in support of federal, state, and local government organizations in addition to assisting industry leaders in the private sector. Vision: Elevate the customer, the employee, and the community Mission: Delivering superior, mission-focused technology solutions to empower our clients. Our Services: • IT Services & Solutions • Cyber Security • Advanced Data Analytics • Health IT • Professional Services • Digital Transformation • Partner Network and Technology Certifications JCS is an 8(a) Certified Small Business, Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), Minority-Owned Small Business (MOSB), and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) based out of the Washington D.C. Metropolitan area. JCS is ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1: 2018, ISO/IEC 27000: 2013 certified and appraised at CMMI Level 3 for both Development and Services. JCS is a Microsoft Gold and ServiceNow Premium partner. We are also certified as a “Great Place to Work.”
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