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INTRODUCTION
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Managed Care and Value Based Contract Manager is responsible for contract management including negotiation, analysis interpretation, implementation, maintenance of the contract performance, and payer relations. The position coordinates, evaluates and oversees implementation of fee for service and value-based contracting and related responsibilities, population health/clinical integration, strategies, government contracts and partnering opportunities with regional employers. The position is responsible for coordination and communication between all key stakeholders and for developing new and existing relationships with third party payers to ensure competitive agreements to ensure best possible reimbursement methodologies.
- Build and maintain a strong functional Managed Care team through effective training, coaching, team building and succession planning.
- Developing and implementing strategies to improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare services provided.
- Negotiating contracts and agreements with healthcare providers and payers to align incentives with value-based care goals.
- Collaborating with payers to establish and monitor performance metrics and outcomes.
- Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of value-based care programs and interventions; Facilitating communication and coordination among different healthcare providers and settings to promote continuity of care.
- Identifying and implementing evidence-based practices and interventions to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction. Continuously seeking opportunities for innovation and improvement in the delivery of healthcare services.
- All other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree.
- 3 - 5 Years equivalent experience.
INTRODUCTION
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Managed Care and Value Based Contract Manager is responsible for contract management including negotiation, analysis interpretation, implementation, maintenance of the contract performance, and payer relations. The position coordinates, evaluates and oversees implementation of fee for service and value-based contracting and related responsibilities, population health/clinical integration, strategies, government contracts and partnering opportunities with regional employers. The position is responsible for coordination and communication between all key stakeholders and for developing new and existing relationships with third party payers to ensure competitive agreements to ensure best possible reimbursement methodologies.
- Build and maintain a strong functional Managed Care team through effective training, coaching, team building and succession planning.
- Developing and implementing strategies to improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare services provided.
- Negotiating contracts and agreements with healthcare providers and payers to align incentives with value-based care goals.
- Collaborating with payers to establish and monitor performance metrics and outcomes.
- Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of value-based care programs and interventions; Facilitating communication and coordination among different healthcare providers and settings to promote continuity of care.
- Identifying and implementing evidence-based practices and interventions to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction. Continuously seeking opportunities for innovation and improvement in the delivery of healthcare services.
- All other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree.
- 3 - 5 Years equivalent experience.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in contracting manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, law, or a related field
- 3-7 years of experience managing contracts from award through closeout
- Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, or applicable commercial contract regulations
- Experience with contract lifecycle management software or enterprise procurement platforms
- CPCM, CFCM, or equivalent professional contracting certification preferred
- Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to manage vendor or agency relationships
Tips for Your Contracting Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to contract types
Contracting managers work across fixed-price, cost-plus, IDIQ, and service agreements. Call out the contract types you've managed by name on your resume so hiring managers can quickly confirm you've handled what their organization actually uses.
Highlight your certification credentials clearly
Certifications like CPCM, CFCM, or PMP carry real weight for contracting manager roles. Put them in your resume header or a dedicated credentials line so they're visible before a recruiter reads your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists contracting manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your sector
Federal contracting roles require knowledge of FAR and DFARS, while commercial roles prioritize UCC and SLA experience. Filter your search by sector so you're not wasting applications on roles that need a compliance background you don't have.
Prepare a negotiation case study for interviews
Interviewers for contracting manager roles almost always ask you to walk through a negotiation you led. Prepare one concrete example with the original terms, your strategy, and the final outcome, keeping it under three minutes when spoken aloud.
Follow up after interviews with contract context
When you send a post-interview thank-you, tie one point from the conversation back to a specific contract challenge the team mentioned. That specificity signals you were listening and already thinking like someone in the role.
Contracting Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most contracting managers?
The most active employers for contracting managers right now are Trane Technologies, Oscar Management Corporation, and WDF, and the most openings are in New York, Florida, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors, large healthcare systems, and government agencies consistently post the highest volumes of contracting manager roles.
How many contracting manager jobs are remote?
About 55% of contracting manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying by sector. Contract compliance, vendor management, and commercial contracting sub-specialties tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles supporting active construction projects or on-site government programs are more likely to require in-person work.
How do you become a contracting manager?
Start with a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance, or law, then move into a contract specialist or procurement analyst role to build hands-on exposure to the full contract lifecycle. Pursue a professional certification such as CPCM or CFCM to validate your expertise. From there, progress to leading contract negotiations and managing a portfolio of agreements independently until you're ready to step into a manager-level position.
Can I get a contracting manager job without direct management experience?
Many employers will hire a strong contract specialist into a manager title if you can show you've owned contracts end-to-end, led negotiations without supervision, and coordinated with legal, finance, or operations stakeholders. Frame your resume around the scope of contracts you managed, not just the tasks you performed. Certifications and sector-specific regulatory knowledge can offset the absence of a direct-report history in many hiring conversations.
What does the contracting manager interview process look like?
Most contracting manager interviews run two to three rounds. The first round is typically a screening call covering your background, contract types, and regulatory experience. The second round often includes behavioral questions on negotiation and stakeholder conflict, plus a scenario where you're asked to work through a contract dispute or risk issue. Final rounds at larger organizations may bring in legal or procurement leadership to assess judgment on complex deal structures.
Where can I find and apply to contracting manager jobs?
You can find and apply to contracting manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your sector, experience level, and contract specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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