Contracts Manager

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA, US
Not specified; not specified; benefits available p...
Not specified (assumed full-time, on-site based on job location and responsibilities).
10+ years contract administration experience
Strong knowledge of far and dfars regulations
Experience leading contracts teams
The Contracts Manager position at Carnegie Mellon University involves overseeing contract review, negotiation, and administration for federally funded research projects. The role emphasizes team leadership, stakeholder support, compliance, and process improvement within a collaborative environment

Job Summary

  • This role leads the Contracts Team to support timely and compliant agreement execution across a broad range of federal and non-federal activities.
  • The position requires strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government cost principles to ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of War security clearance as part of the employment requirements.

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The Contracts Manager position at Carnegie Mellon University involves overseeing contract review, negotiation, and administration for federally funded research projects. The role emphasizes team leadership, stakeholder support, compliance, and process improvement within a collaborative environment.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Benefits available per Carnegie Mellon listing

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years contract administration experience
  • Strong knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations
  • Experience leading contracts teams
  • Ability to manage complex agreement portfolios
  • Background in federal contracting environments

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in audit readiness and controls
  • Professional certification CPCM or CFCM
  • Work in nonprofit or higher education sector
  • Process improvement and workflow optimization skills
  • Collaborative service-oriented team mindset

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field
  • 10+ years progressively responsible experience in contract administration
  • Must obtain and maintain Department of War security clearance
  • Demonstrated experience leading staff and managing workflows
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

Work Rights

Must obtain and maintain Department of War security clearance

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