Senior Contracts Administrator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Manage federal, state, and/or local contracts throughout their entire lifecycle, which includes proposal preparation, negotiation, administration, and closeout.

• Work in conjunction with clients and teams from technical, business development, subcontracts, and accounting to provide comprehensive contract support.

• Offer guidance to senior management regarding contractual risks, compliance issues, and overall contract strategy.

• Collaborate with technical and business leaders to produce compliant and competitive proposals.

• Perform research and analysis related to contracts.

• Aid in the development and ongoing enhancement of policies, procedures, and best practices for the contract department.

• Assist in training and development programs within the Contracts Department.

• Prepare, analyze, and negotiate cost and pricing proposals, including profitability evaluations and risk assessments.

• Enforce and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Mentor and support junior contract professionals.

• Facilitate contract closeout processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and prompt resolution of any outstanding issues.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree is mandatory.

• A minimum of 12 years of experience in contract administration supporting federal, state, and/or local government contracts is essential.

• Preference will be given to candidates with experience as a federal government prime contractor in professional services.

• Familiarity with GSA Multiple Award Schedules, U.S. EPA, and/or DoD contracting is advantageous.

• Proven expertise in proposal pricing, contract negotiation, and problem-solving is required.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe is necessary.

• A solid understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and various contract types, including CPFF, T&M, and FFP, is vital.

• Experience with Deltek Costpoint ERP is a plus.

• Exceptional communication, organizational, and proactive problem-solving skills are essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements, including options for remote and hybrid work.

• Continuous professional development opportunities.

• Pathways for career advancement.

• A collaborative work environment.

• Empowerment of employees to contribute ideas and take ownership of their work.

• Engaging, mission-driven work.