Contracts Manager Federal

About the role

Akicita Federal, LLC is seeking a motivated Contracts Manager to join their remote team. The role focuses on identifying and securing new federal contract opportunities, developing proposals quickly, and managing awarded contracts to ensure compliance and strong government relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and respond to a high volume of federal contract opportunities, especially 8(a) set‑aside solicitations.
• Author, assemble, and submit proposals efficiently, often within one to two days.
• Manage awarded contracts as the primary point of contact for government agencies, handling modifications, compliance, and reporting.
• Spend about 25% of time cultivating teaming relationships with other small businesses.
• Collaborate with internal recruiting to staff newly awarded contracts.
• Leverage AI tools to streamline proposal generation and workflow.

Required profile

• Minimum three years of experience in federal contracting (contracts management, proposal writing, capture or program management).
• Strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), set‑aside programs, and federal procurement processes.
• Willingness to use or quickly learn AI tools to accelerate work.
• Preference for high‑volume proposal submission over perfecting a single proposal.
• Existing network with federal agencies or contractors is a plus.