Contracts Manager Jobs in Dallas, TX
Contracts Manager jobs in Dallas are in strong demand across Uptown, the Platinum Corridor, and Las Colinas, driven by the city's concentration of energy, defense, and commercial real estate firms. Employers hiring right now include MasTec, CEI Services, and Wanzek Construction. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job ID: 115644
The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.
Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.
Business Unit: EOIS
Location: Dallas TX
Career Functional Area: Finance/Contracts
Telework Type: Hybrid
Relocation Available: Yes
Type: Exempt
Schedule: 9/80
Shift: 1st
Job Summary
Need for a dedicated contracts support for the Uncooled OEM commercial business, including the Tenum product line and related drone opportunities.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary inside-sales point of contact for inbound commercial customer interest related to the Uncooled OEM Camera product line.
- Perform order entry activities for sample orders and customer purchase orders, ensuring order accuracy, required internal approvals, and alignment with pricing, lead time, and delivery commitments.
- Respond to customer inquiries regarding product availability, lead times, pricing, sample requests, and general product information.
- Support the sales team in qualifying opportunities by gathering customer application details, volume expectations, timing, and end-use information.
- Help distinguish between requests for evaluation units, samples, and production volumes.
- Prepare and route Quotes for approval in alignment with business development and product management.
- Manage the internal workflow for sample requests, including customer qualification, approvals, order entry, and delivery follow-up.
- Help ensure required NDA, export compliance, and trade compliance reviews are completed before detailed product discussions or sample shipments when applicable.
- Prepare bailment paperwork for evaluation units and coordinate shipments with trade compliance, logistics, and internal stakeholders to ensure required approvals, documentation, and delivery arrangements are completed accurately and on time.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of opportunities, quotes, customer communications, and action items in Salesforce or other sales tracking tools.
- Follow up with customers on outstanding quotes, sample evaluations, and next-step actions to help move opportunities through the pipeline.
- Escalate to product management and engineering to clarify technical questions, product configurations, roadmap considerations, and application fit.
- Support communication of product positioning, key differentiators, and performance tiering in a way that is clear and consistent for customers.
- Assist in identifying and escalating commercial risks, schedule concerns, and customer issues that could affect bookings or customer satisfaction.
- Prepare recurring reports on pipeline status, quote activity, sample conversions, and customer follow-up needs.
- Help maintain organized commercial documentation, including price lists, quote templates, customer-facing product information, and approval records.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field with seven or more years of progressive experience in government contracts
- Proven negotiating skills and the ability to exercise sound business judgment and discretion is critical
- Comprehensive knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government procurement/contracting cycle spanning all major contract types (FFP, FPI, CPAF, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, BOA, IDIQ)
- Experience in the management of government contracts
- Detailed knowledge of government intellectual property (IP)/ software and data rights clauses and IP marking guidelines
- Detailed knowledge of source selection / evaluation process including cost and price analysis
- Knowledge of requirements for and experienced in administration of government property
- Detailed knowledge of government contract administration duties including subcontract flow downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, close-out and records retention
- Detailed knowledge and thorough understanding of proper drafting, negotiation and use of contracts, subcontracts, POs teaming and other forms of agreements
- Familiarity with general business operations and management functions and principles (business development, finance/accounting, operations, information technology)
- Ability to interact professionally and effectively at all levels of the organization
- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
- Prefer membership in the National Contract Management Association and CPCM designation highly desirable
- Previous management experience General computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs
-
U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
- Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job ID: 115644
The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.
Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.
Business Unit: EOIS
Location: Dallas TX
Career Functional Area: Finance/Contracts
Telework Type: Hybrid
Relocation Available: Yes
Type: Exempt
Schedule: 9/80
Shift: 1st
Job Summary
Need for a dedicated contracts support for the Uncooled OEM commercial business, including the Tenum product line and related drone opportunities.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary inside-sales point of contact for inbound commercial customer interest related to the Uncooled OEM Camera product line.
- Perform order entry activities for sample orders and customer purchase orders, ensuring order accuracy, required internal approvals, and alignment with pricing, lead time, and delivery commitments.
- Respond to customer inquiries regarding product availability, lead times, pricing, sample requests, and general product information.
- Support the sales team in qualifying opportunities by gathering customer application details, volume expectations, timing, and end-use information.
- Help distinguish between requests for evaluation units, samples, and production volumes.
- Prepare and route Quotes for approval in alignment with business development and product management.
- Manage the internal workflow for sample requests, including customer qualification, approvals, order entry, and delivery follow-up.
- Help ensure required NDA, export compliance, and trade compliance reviews are completed before detailed product discussions or sample shipments when applicable.
- Prepare bailment paperwork for evaluation units and coordinate shipments with trade compliance, logistics, and internal stakeholders to ensure required approvals, documentation, and delivery arrangements are completed accurately and on time.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of opportunities, quotes, customer communications, and action items in Salesforce or other sales tracking tools.
- Follow up with customers on outstanding quotes, sample evaluations, and next-step actions to help move opportunities through the pipeline.
- Escalate to product management and engineering to clarify technical questions, product configurations, roadmap considerations, and application fit.
- Support communication of product positioning, key differentiators, and performance tiering in a way that is clear and consistent for customers.
- Assist in identifying and escalating commercial risks, schedule concerns, and customer issues that could affect bookings or customer satisfaction.
- Prepare recurring reports on pipeline status, quote activity, sample conversions, and customer follow-up needs.
- Help maintain organized commercial documentation, including price lists, quote templates, customer-facing product information, and approval records.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field with seven or more years of progressive experience in government contracts
- Proven negotiating skills and the ability to exercise sound business judgment and discretion is critical
- Comprehensive knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government procurement/contracting cycle spanning all major contract types (FFP, FPI, CPAF, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, BOA, IDIQ)
- Experience in the management of government contracts
- Detailed knowledge of government intellectual property (IP)/ software and data rights clauses and IP marking guidelines
- Detailed knowledge of source selection / evaluation process including cost and price analysis
- Knowledge of requirements for and experienced in administration of government property
- Detailed knowledge of government contract administration duties including subcontract flow downs, change management, inspection, acceptance, payment, warranty, close-out and records retention
- Detailed knowledge and thorough understanding of proper drafting, negotiation and use of contracts, subcontracts, POs teaming and other forms of agreements
- Familiarity with general business operations and management functions and principles (business development, finance/accounting, operations, information technology)
- Ability to interact professionally and effectively at all levels of the organization
- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
- Prefer membership in the National Contract Management Association and CPCM designation highly desirable
- Previous management experience General computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs
-
U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
- Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Contracts Manager Jobs in Dallas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a contracts manager job in Dallas?
Target Dallas's strongest hiring sectors: energy and utilities companies clustered along the Platinum Corridor, defense and aerospace contractors near Las Colinas and Irving, and the commercial real estate and construction firms anchored in Uptown and the CBD. Candidates with experience in government contracting, FAR compliance, or NEC construction contracts stand out locally. Networking through the Dallas Bar Association's construction and business law sections also opens doors.
Which companies hire contracts managers in Dallas?
Employers hiring contracts managers in Dallas right now include MasTec, CEI Services, and Wanzek Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Dallas draws a mix of Fortune 500 corporate headquarters, large defense primes, and regional energy operators, all of which maintain dedicated contracts management teams.
Are there remote contracts manager jobs in Dallas?
Yes, though availability varies: contract review, drafting, and negotiation work is well-suited to remote arrangements, while roles tied to construction sites or on-site vendor oversight typically require in-person presence. About 50% of contracts manager openings tied to Dallas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share in technology and corporate services roles based in the Uptown and Legacy West corridors.
How can I get a contracts manager job in Dallas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Dallas is through contracts administrator or procurement coordinator roles at the city's large healthcare systems, real estate developers, or energy firms, which regularly hire candidates with paralegal backgrounds or supply chain degrees. Lateral moves from legal assistant, project coordinator, or purchasing roles at Dallas-area employers are common. Completing a CPCM or CCCM certification through NCMA strengthens your profile, and Dallas's active NCMA chapter offers local networking events that connect entry-level candidates with hiring managers.
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