Contracts Manager

Ultra Maritime

Contracts Manager independently managing full lifecycle of U.S. Government and defense-related contracts.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $116,792 - $145,912 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full contract lifecycle, including negotiation, compliance, and risk management, while effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders. Proficient in interpreting FAR and DFARS regulations and supporting U.S. Government contracting processes.

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Contract Lifecycle ManagementNegotiation SkillsFAR and DFARS KnowledgeU.S. Government Contracting ExperienceAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract AdministrationProposal DevelopmentContract ModificationRisk MitigationContract DraftingCost-Type ContractsT&M ContractsFixed-Price ContractsRegulatory ComplianceClaims Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsIndependent Work AbilityBusiness Judgment

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Law, or Related Field

Industry Keywords

U.S. Government ContractingDefense ProgramsDoD Prime ContractorTeaming AgreementsNDAsREAs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently manage the full contract lifecycle, including proposal support, negotiation of terms and conditions, contract administration, modifications, and closeout.
Serve as the primary contracts interface with external customers, including U.S. Government contracting personnel and prime contractor customers.
Lead and execute negotiations to achieve favorable business outcomes while ensuring regulatory and contractual compliance.
Advise internal stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and mitigation strategies.
Review, draft, and negotiate prime contracts, subcontracts, modifications, NDAs, teaming agreements, REAs, and claims.
Interpret and apply FAR, DFARS, and applicable agency supplements.
Support proposal development, including RFP/RFQ review, compliance matrices, and contractual volumes.
Identify contractual risks and communicate clear recommendations to leadership.
Prepare and deliver written materials and presentations for internal leadership and customers.
Contribute to continuous improvement of contracts policies and procedures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
8+ years of progressive contracts experience supporting U.S. Government and/or defense programs in a customer-facing role.
Demonstrated working knowledge of FAR and DFARS.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong negotiation skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong analytical skills and business judgment.
Experience working for a large or mid-tier DoD prime contractor (preferred).
Experience with cost-type, T&M, and fixed-price contracts (preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!
Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year
8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays
401k Plan with Company Match
Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
Wellness Program and incentives
Company HSA contributions
Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire
Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually
Additional Employee Discounts and Perks
Company-Paid Benefits: $75 monthly student loan repayment program
Basic Life Insurance
Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits: Medical and Prescription insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
Accident Plan
Critical Illness Plan
Hospital Indemnity Plan
Pet Insurance
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