Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Contract Manager

Position Overview

The Contract Manager / Program Manager serves as the senior authority responsible for the overall execution, coordination, and successful delivery of contract services. This role provides leadership, direction, and operational oversight to ensure all required services are delivered efficiently, securely, and in alignment with Government expectations. The individual acts as the primary representative of the contractor and has full authority over day-to-day contract operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and management of all contract activities and personnel.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Government stakeholders and ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Oversee daily operations to ensure services are delivered on time, within scope, and at the required quality level.
• Supervise contractor staff and ensure adequate staffing coverage to maintain continuity of services.
• Manage task execution across publications support, security review processes, administrative support, and program management functions.
• Ensure all required reports, plans, and deliverables are prepared accurately and submitted on schedule.
• Lead contract meetings, status briefings, and coordination sessions with Government representatives.
• Monitor performance metrics, identify risks or issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate with subcontractors or partner organizations to ensure seamless collaboration and mission support.
• Maintain accountability for security compliance, personnel readiness, and operational integrity.
• Ensure proper transition activities at contract start and completion, including knowledge transfer and continuity planning.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience managing federal government or defense-related contracts of comparable complexity.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a structured, high-security environment.
• Experience supporting administrative, publications, records management, or security-related programs.
• Strong background in operational planning, performance oversight, and stakeholder engagement.

Required Skills

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate complex workflows.
• Proficiency with standard office productivity and collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Certification Requirement

• No mandatory certifications required; project or program management certifications are preferred.

Clearance Requirement

• Active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for sensitive compartmented access.
• Ability to operate in secure environments.

Availability Requirement

• Must be available during standard Government business hours.
• An alternate must be designated to act with full authority during periods of absence.

Salary Range

• To be discussed.

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