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Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert

Contract Manager

Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert, Reston, Virginia, United States, 22090

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Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert provided pay range

This range is provided by Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range

$155,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus Building your company’s Accounting & Finance team and operation

Contracts Manager Highly Stable & Growing Government Contractor Compensation:

$155k-175K base salary + 5–10% performance bonus Clearance Required:

Must be a U.S. citizen Location:

Reston, VA (4–5 days/week in office) Reports to:

COO About the Role

We are seeking a

Contracts Manager

to lead and centralize the contracts function for a growing government contractor. This newly created position offers high visibility and ownership of the full contract lifecycle across federal engagements. You’ll work closely with delivery teams, operations, and executive leadership to ensure compliance and drive process improvements. Key Responsibilities

Administer and manage federal and commercial contracts, NDAs, consulting agreements, and subcontractor arrangements. Track milestones, ensure compliance, and support process development. Collaborate cross-functionally with program managers, finance, and legal. Lead contract operations and support strategic initiatives like agreement refreshes and naming conventions. Ideal Candidate Profile

8+ years of contracts experience in federal or commercial environments. Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and federal acquisition processes. Experience with firm‑fixed price contracts (no cost‑reimbursable work). Comfortable in a high‑velocity, hands‑on environment—ideally from a small or mid‑sized company. Certifications such as CFCM, CCCM, or CPCM are preferred. Background in defense contracting is a plus. Technically savvy, self‑starter, and highly organized. Culture & Team

Reports directly to the COO. No direct reports initially, but high visibility across the organization. Works closely with program managers and operations staff. Office‑centric culture with flexibility; leadership is accessible and collaborative. Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level Employment type

Full‑time Job function

Administrative, Legal, and Purchasing Industries

Government Administration, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Government Relations Services

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