Senior Manager, Contracts

Senior Contracts Manager (TS/SCI Required)

Sparks Group, partnered with a renowned forward-thinking government transportation contractor. The ideal Senior Contracts Manager with active TS/SCI will partner closely with executive leadership, program teams, finance, and marketing to proactively manage risk and ensure full compliance with all contractual obligations. seeking a highly experienced Senior Contracts Manager to lead complex federal contracting efforts, with a strong focus on Other Transactions (OT) and defense-related programs. This role serves as a key advisor, negotiator, and leader supporting high-visibility initiatives across the full acquisition lifecycle. If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity as a new step in your career, apply now!

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert on Other Transactions (OT) and lead contract strategy across assigned programs
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including negotiation, execution, compliance, and closeout of complex agreements
• Lead high-stakes negotiations, balancing organizational objectives with customer and partner needs
• Provide leadership and oversight to a contracts team, including workload management, mentoring, and performance review
• Ensure all agreements comply with FAR/DFARS, company policies, and applicable federal regulations while mitigating risk

Key Requirements

• 7+ years of federal contracting experience, including defense-focused or R&D contracting environments
• Proven experience managing full acquisition lifecycle and leading complex contract negotiations
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and alternative acquisition methods (e.g., Other Transactions)
• Prior leadership experience managing or mentoring teams in a fast-paced environment
• Active TS/SCI clearance and Bachelor’s degree (DAWIA Level III or equivalent strongly preferred)

Preferred Requirements:

• Hands-on experience structuring and managing Other Transaction (OT) agreements in accordance with 10 U.S.C. § 4021 & 4022
• Strong knowledge of DoD acquisition policies, particularly supporting R&D programs and alternative contracting approaches
• Prior experience operating as a warranted Contracting Officer (CO) or Agreements Officer (AO) with delegated authority
• Familiarity working within a Consortium Management Organization (CMO) or similar collaborative contracting environment
• DAWIA Level III Contracting certification (or equivalent advanced contracting certification/experience)

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This job is In-Person.

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.