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MetroStar · 12 hours ago

Director, Contracts (6316)

Reston, VA

Contract

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

MetroStar is looking for a Director, Contracts who is excited to lead, grow, and scale a high-performing team while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership. This role involves defining the long-term vision for Contracts, leading complex negotiations, and mentoring a team that supports critical government missions.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, shaping enterprise-wide contracts and procurement strategies aligned with MetroStar’s growth objectives

Define and execute the long-term vision for the Contracts & Procurement function, ensuring scalability, compliance, and continuous improvement

Provide front-end strategic assessment of business pursuits to support informed bid/no-bid and contract acquisition decisions

Balance risk, compliance, and business agility to enable successful program delivery and customer outcomes

Operate as a hands-on, player–coach, personally leading complex, high-risk, or high-visibility contract negotiations

Provide cradle-to-grave contract management for Federal contracts, including FFP, CPFF, LH, T&M, IDIQs, and task orders

Negotiate prime contracts, subcontracts, modifications, amendments, and extensions within approved boundaries

Interpret, analyze, and communicate RFQs/RFPs, FAR, DFARS, agency regulations, flow-downs, and contract terms across the organization

Lead, mentor, and develop the contracts and subcontracts team, fostering a culture of accountability, trust, and continuous improvement

Establish clear expectations, performance goals, and career development plans for team members

Build a strong leadership bench and succession pipeline within the Contracts & Procurement organization

Provide guidance and escalation support to the team on complex contractual issues

Identify, assess, document, and mitigate contractual risk in partnership with Legal, Finance, and executive leadership

Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, agency regulations, and internal policies across all contracts and procurements

Implement and maintain standard contract practices and governance frameworks across the organization

Support DCMA-approved purchasing systems and Contractor Procurement System Reviews (CPSR)

Oversee contract lifecycle management processes and systems, including contract repositories, reporting, and tracking mechanisms

Manage and support government portals and systems (e.g., GSA eBuy/eLibrary, SAM.gov, PIEE, CHESS, SeaPort)

Develop and maintain reports, metrics, and dashboards to measure contract performance, risk, and efficiency

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline contract administration and procurement processes

Support proposal development by authoring and reviewing compliant administrative, business, and cost/price proposal volumes

Partner with capture and proposal teams to analyze solicitation requirements and develop competitive contractual strategies

Lead contract closeout activities, including preparation and submission of final documentation and vouchers

Qualification

Federal Government contractingFARDFARS knowledgeContract negotiationRisk mitigationContract managementTeam leadershipNCMA certificationsLegal backgroundCommunicationRelationship-building

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field

10+ years of Federal Government contracting experience with expert knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and agency regulations

5+ years of supervisory or people leadership experience

Experience supporting Federal agencies (e.g., DoD, DHS, DOS), including alternative acquisition approaches such as CSOs, SBIRs, and OTAs

Proven ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and lead through influence

Active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain one)

Ability to travel as needed for client engagements, training, and business needs

Preferred

NCMA certifications (CPCM, CFCM, or similar)

Legal background or Juris Doctor (JD), or significant experience partnering with Legal on complex government contracts and risk mitigation

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Parental Leave and dependent care

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance and wellness programs

Company

MetroStar

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MetroStar is a leading provider of secure digital transformation and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled solutions, specializing in delivering cutting-edge IT services to government agencies and defense organizations.

Founded in 1999

Reston, Virginia, USA

501-1000 employees