Contracts & Compliance Senior Manager

Job-ID: 14221Category: Operational SupportLocation: Charlotte, NC, United States; Raleigh, NC, United States; Jacksonville, FL, United States; Miami, FL, United States; Orlando, FL, United States; Grand Rapids, MI, United States; Detroit, MI, United States; Kalamazoo, MI, United States; Houston, TX, United States; Dallas, TX, United States; Atlanta, GA, United States; Pittsburgh, PA, United States; Cleveland, OH, United States; Columbus, OH, United States; Boston, MA, United States; Denver, CO, United States; Chicago, IL, United States; San Francisco, CA, United States; Los Angeles, CA, United States; McLean, VA, United States; Seattle, WA, United States; New York, NY, United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-30Job Duties:The Contracts and Compliance Senior Manager leads the full lifecycle management of government contracts and grants and supports business compliance with all applicable federal regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and GSA requirements, including administration of the firm’s GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract and OASIS+ and other governmentwide acquisition contract (GWAC)/IDIQ vehicles,, and state and local regulations in coordination with the organization’s Office of the General Counsel (“OGC”), as appropriate. This role supports contract and grant vehicle evaluation, pursuit strategy and submission requirements coordinates with OGC for legal review of NDAs, teaming agreements, and subcontracts, and provides business-facing review, issue identification, and operational input on proposal requirements and contract terms, escalating legal questions, legal risk determinations, and requests for legal advice to the organizations legal department as needed. It also actively monitors business compliance with established federal, state and local contract and grant certifications and representations.The position serves as a key business-facing resource for identifying and coordinating implementation of contractual and grant obligations, preparing compliant proposal content based on established requirements, coordinating with OGC and government contacts, maintaining the firm’s System for Award Management (SAM.gov) registration and annual representations and certifications, and ensuring all contract and grant deliverables are submitted accurately and on time. The Senior Manager also maintains internal processes to support ongoing compliance, conducts periodic reviews or audits, and monitors regulatory changes to keep contract and grant practices current. The Senior Manager may also supervise one or more other personnel in the performance of these duties. This role requires strong attention to detail, a solid understanding of government contracting operations, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. This role supports multiple affiliated legal entities, each with distinct registrations, contract vehicles, and reporting obligations, and is responsible for ensuring entity-specific accuracy in all certifications, registrations, and reports.Job Duties:Contract VehiclesEvaluates and recommends contract and grant vehicles, including both competitive and non-competitive opportunities, based on growth strategy, risk and compliance implicationsPrepares, and coordinates required contractual and grant documentation and organizational information to support contract and grant vehicle submissionsMonitors business compliance with established ongoing reporting, renewal, and administrative requirements of active contract and grant vehiclesTeaming AgreementsCoordinates preparation, routing, and execution of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), teaming agreements, and subcontracts with prospective and existing partners in coordination with LegalProvides business input to capture and proposal teams on strategic teaming approaches and termsSupports implementation of contractual requirements through monitoring, identifying whether agreements align with contract and grant requirements and internal policiesProposal SupportReviews RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs to identify business compliance requirements and potential contractual or grant issues, and coordinates with OGC for legal reviewCoordinates and supports development of business responses to contractual sections of proposals, including representations and certifications, terms and conditions, and exception summariesAnalyzes key clauses, including FAR, DFARS, and GSA terms, and provide compliance assessments to internal stakeholdersServes as liaison between internal teams and government contracting officers during the proposal phasePartners with OGC and leadership teams to provide business input on terms and support the development of thoughtful and strategic responses to terms and conditionsProject ComplianceServes as the primary point of contact for government customers (and strategic advisor on more complex matters) on all contract-related matters throughout the contract lifecycleMay lead contract kick-off meetings and ensure the operational team understands compliance obligationsCoordinates operational administration of contract modifications, performance monitoring, reporting requirements, and final closeoutEnsures deliverables and established contractual obligations are tracked and met in a timely, compliant mannerCompliance MaintenanceDevelops and maintains internal policies and procedures to support business compliance with established FAR, DFARS, GSA requirements, and other applicable federal, state and local lawsConducts regular internal audits and compliance reviews to identify and coordinate remediation of gaps in business processes or proceduresServes as a business facing resource for established federal, state and local compliance requirements, providing training and guidance to internal teams in coordination with OGC, as neededMonitors regulatory updates for potential operational impact, coordinates with OGC, and supports updates to internal practices to maintain business compliance with established requirementsAdditional ResponsibilitiesBuilds strong working relationships across OGC, compliance, finance, People & Culture, capture, and delivery teams to support business operations and complianceDevelops and reports on key contracts and compliance metrics for senior leadership, identifying trends, risks, and improvement opportunitiesPerforms additional specialized duties such as GSA contract oversight, SAM.gov registration management, and FOCI program oversight, depending on team and company needsLeads process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and support scalabilityParticipates in strategy development for new market entry, contract and grant expansion, and partnership models from a compliance perspectiveSupports pre- and post-award contract and grant strategy and risk mitigation planningRepresents the Contracts and Compliance function in internal and external meetings, audits, and reviewsSupports due diligence efforts for potential acquisitions or partner evaluationsPerforms other duties as assigned to support corporate goals and the growth of the Contracts & Compliance functionOther duties as requiredSupervisory Responsibilities:Provides day-to-day direction, coaching, and oversight to staff involved in contracts, grants, compliance, proposal support, or related operational activitiesMay supervise, mentor, or serve as career advisor to team members, depending on business needQualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Education:Bachelor’s degree, requiredAdvanced degree, preferredExperience:Seven (7) years or more of relevant contracts, grants and compliance experience with Federal, state and local governments, requiredThree (3) years or more of direct administration of a GSA Multiple Award Schedule contract or a federal GWAC/IDIQ vehicle (e.g., OASIS+, Alliant, SEWP), including modifications, sales reporting, and option or renewal actions, preferredDemonstrated experience owning a SAM.gov entity registration, including annual renewal and completion of FAR 52.204-8 annual representations and certifications, preferredThree (3) years or more supporting federal, state and local government proposals, preferredExperience applying knowledge of Federal Acquisitions Regulations, Defense Acquisitions Regulations and other applicable contracting rules, requirements and procedures, preferredWorking knowledge of FAR Part 8.4 (Federal Supply Schedules) and FAR Part 16.5 (task and delivery order contracts), requiredExperience managing federal registrations and certifications across multiple affiliated legal entities with distinct UEIs, CAGE codes, and reporting obligations, preferredPrior experience working within a professional services firm, preferredLicense/Certifications:NCMA Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), preferredSoftware:Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, specifically Excel, PowerPoint and Word, and Copilot, preferredWorking proficiency with federal contracting systems, including SAM.gov, the FAS Sales Reporting Portal (SRP), eSRS and FSRS, GSA eOffer and eMod, and CPARS, preferredPrior experience utilizing online documentation / proposal software, preferredKnowledge of CRM systems or database systems, preferredLanguage:N/AOther Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Solid understanding of Federal Government proposal processes and requirements as well as procurement processes and policiesSolid understanding of state and local contract and grant proposal processes and requirements as well as procurement processes and policiesDemonstrated ability to independently interpret GSA MAS and OASIS+ contract terms, identify scope and pricing compliance issues, and correspond directly with a Contracting Officer or Contract SpecialistExcellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skillsAbility to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firmAbility to work independently within a team environment and with a customer service focusSuperior organizational skills required with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentDetail oriented with in-depth knowledge and application of English grammar and ability to proofread all written materials including proposals, pitches, presentations, etc.Demonstrated ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage changeIndividual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.National Range: $140,000 - $180,000Maryland Range: $140,000 - $180,000NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $140,000 - $180,000About the companyAt BDO, how we show up 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