Contracts Manager

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA, US
Not specified; salary basis: full time
10+ years contract administration experience
Strong knowledge of far and dfars regulations
Experience leading contracts teams
The Contracts Manager leads the Contracts Team in reviewing, negotiating, and administering a broad portfolio of federal and non-federal agreements

Job Summary

  • The Contracts Manager leads the Contracts Team in reviewing, negotiating, and administering a broad portfolio of federal and non-federal agreements.
  • This role requires strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government cost principles to ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance.
  • Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, retirement savings, tuition benefits, and access to a fitness center.

Matching Summary

The Contracts Manager leads the Contracts Team in reviewing, negotiating, and administering a broad portfolio of federal and non-federal agreements.

Salary

Not specified; Salary basis: Full time

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years contract administration experience
  • Strong knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations
  • Experience leading contracts teams
  • Ability to manage complex federal agreements
  • Audit readiness and risk assessment skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education or FFRDC environments
  • Professional certification such as CPCM or CFCM
  • Background in process improvement initiatives
  • Strong interpersonal collaboration skills
  • Resilience in mission-driven environments

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field
  • 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in contract administration
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain Department of War security clearance
  • Demonstrated experience leading staff and managing workflow

Work Rights

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of War security clearance

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