
Contracts Manager
Reston, VA · HybridFull-time$68–144K/yrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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CACI seeks a Contracts Manager to support Technology Programs across multiple Lines of Business and represent the company in negotiations and contract management from pre-award through development, production, and sustainment. The role partners with program teams and government, intelligence, and commercial customers. It may be based at several listed locations, with flexibility to work from the office and remotely, and in-person attendance at meetings when requested.
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Job Title: Contracts Manager
Job Category: Contracts
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
The Opportunity:
CACI delivers distinctive expertise and differentiated technology to U.S. government customers in support of critical national security missions. Our 26,000 talented and dynamic employees are ever vigilant in delivering distinctive expertise and differentiated technology to meet our customers’ greatest challenges in national security.
CACI is seeking a talented and highly motivated Contracts Manager to support its Technology Programs across multiple interconnected Lines of Business (LOBs). These LOBs are made up of contracts where CACI will design, develop, and apply technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex problems. This comprehensive structure enables CACI to deliver innovative solutions that empower decision-making, safeguard national security, and maintain technological superiority in diverse operational environments.
This Contracts Manager role can be based in Northern Virginia, Annapolis Junction, MD, Aberdeen, MD, Virginia Beach, VA, Austin, TX or Colorado Springs, CO. The successful candidate will have the flexibility to work from the office and remotely from home, however the candidate is expected to attend meetings in person when requested.
The ideal candidate will bring experience supporting teams under traditional FAR part 15 methods, as well as part 35 (Broad Agency Announcements), and Other Transactional Authority. Within CACI, Contract Managers are expected to build trust and respect with our acquisition customers. They serve as the official representatives of CACI, handling negotiations and contract management throughout all phases of our programs, from pre-award through the full development, production, and sustainment lifecycle.
The Contracts function acts as a strategic business partner, focused on fostering lasting relationships and delivering fair and balanced business agreements. This approach ensures the long-term, mutual success of both CACI and its customers. Therefore, candidates for this role will have the opportunity to influence business outcomes, collaborate across various departments, engage with DoD, Intelligence, and Commercial Customers, and develop innovative business solutions.
Responsibilities:
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Provide contractual expertise and leadership to multiple program teams, primarily in the context of federal procurement regulation;
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Build and maintain relationships with the Government Contracting Officer or Prime Contractor;
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Negotiate price, terms, and conditions with clients;
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Negotiate contractual agreements, including contract, bailment agreements, non-disclosure agreements, associate contractor agreements, and teaming agreements;
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Monitor performance on a portfolio of contracts and be an active participant in change management;
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Participate in the development and review of proposals, ensuring compliance with solicitation requirements and corporate policy;
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Establish excellent working relationships with Program Managers and other internal stakeholders in other functional areas such as pricing, procurement, and government compliance;
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Review opportunities for risks, ensure risk assessments are conducted in accordance with corporate policy, and provide mitigation recommendations and approaches;
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Route organizational conflict of interest screenings in accordance with company policy, interpret contract terms subsequent issues and risks related to organizational conflicts of interest, and establish mitigation plans; and
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Actively participate in client meetings and reviews.
Additionally, the Contracts Manager will:
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Work independently on larger, moderately complex projects/assignments to include proposals and contract risk reviews;
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Apply business acumen and Government acquisition knowledge to develop opportunity shaping and negotiation strategies;
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Proactively advise management of contractual rights, obligations, and risks;
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Support and lead negotiations;
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Ensure compliance with CACI Contracts policies and guidelines as well as with US Government laws and regulations;
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Influence internal and external stakeholders through use of facts, policies, and acquisition best practices.
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Demonstrate the ability to find equitable solutions to complex problems with various customers;
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Mentor junior members on staff, and
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Review pricing documentation for compliance with corporate policy and process and provide thoughtful feedback.
Qualifications:
Required
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5+ years of experience reviewing and negotiating US Government agreements;
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Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field.
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A demonstrated understanding and strong working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS) and agency supplements
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Adept at contract analysis;
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The aptitude to work on diverse contractual issues simultaneously;
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The ability to frame, draft, and negotiate agreements;
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Excellent presentation and communication skills;
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Strong work ethic with a commitment to ensure that all deadlines are met on time and with a high degree of quality;
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The skill to be persuasive while maintaining a positive customer and/or teammate relationship
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Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance
Desired
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Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) and/or Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), are a plus; and
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Active TS/SCI with Poly Clearance is a plus.
This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range :
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$68,400-$143,700
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
How this job compares
Set against the 1,176 open Contract Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$68–144K/yr
- Virginia median$92–155K/yr53 salary ranges
- US median$93–172K/yr840 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $106K, is 13% below the Virginia median midpoint ($122K) — in the middle half of Contract Management salary ranges in Virginia.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 68 open Contract Management jobs in Virginia and 1,176 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Virginia
- General Dynamics Information Technology12 open
- Serco4 open
- Deloitte3 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Contract Management postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (1,047 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 442 of the 1,176 open Contract Management jobs (38%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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