Associate Managing Director, ECC Contracts (Federal)

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team. KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Managing Director, ECC Contracts (Federal) to join our Enterprise Contracting Center Federal Contracts Team. Responsibilities: - Design and execute a service-centric delivery model for federal contracting, overseeing the end-to-end contracting lifecycle from pre-award strategy to post-award closeout, ensuring rapid response times and mission alignment - Partner with senior federal practice leaders and business development to align contracting capacity with capture strategies and pipeline growth; manage resource allocation via a robust KPI and SLA framework to optimize velocity and cost-efficiency - Architect and maintain a unified federal contracting framework - including FAR/DFARS compliance policies, templates, negotiation playbooks, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline the procurement lifecycle and safeguard firm interests - Serve as the central operational liaison between federal practice leaders and the Office of General Counsel (OGC), translating complex statutory/regulatory requirements into practical, business-friendly contracting guidance that accelerates proposal and deal velocity - Lead and scale a high-performing, multi-tiered contracting organization, driving talent development, strategic resource allocation, and a culture of continuous improvement; lead the organizational adoption and everyday execution of advanced contracting technologies, CLM systems, and AI tools to optimize delivery, data integrity, and operational scale - Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment Qualifications: Minimum fifteen years (with a minimum five years in a senior leadership capacity) of recent extensive progressive experience in federal contract management, procurement policy, and compliance, preferably within a major federal systems integrator, the federal practice of a Big 4 or management consulting firm, or a leading aerospace and defense contractor Master's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required Combine superior communication skills with a demonstrated ability to negotiate at the executive-to-executive level, driving collaboration, consensus, and strategic alignment across internal partners, practice leaders, and external Federal Sector clients; professional certifications: National Contract Management Association (NCMA) certifications, such as Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) or Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM), are highly preferred Deep familiarity with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) software, AI-assisted contract review systems, and data-driven operational reporting Demonstrated track record of subject matter expertise in FAR/DFARS, CAS, and GSA requirements, including extensive experience serving as a designated lead for Government audits, leading complex federal negotiations, and maintaining regulatory compliance integrity Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status