Senior Contracts Administrator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as a subject matter expert in Contracts Administration for designated customer companies.

• Manage assigned customer contracts independently from the point of award through to completion and closeout.

• Analyze and interpret contracts, modifications, solicitations, amendments, clauses, and additional contractual documents.

• Identify and convey contractual requirements, obligations, risks, and potential impacts.

• Oversee periods of performance, funding, ceilings, option periods, contract line items, deliverables, reporting requirements, and milestones.

• Interpret and apply the FAR, relevant agency supplements, contract clauses, and customer-specific requirements.

• Review and manage contract modifications, including funding actions, scope alterations, periods of performance, labor categories, and contract line items.

• Monitor contract performance, highlighting upcoming actions, deadlines, and concerns.

• Recognize compliance issues and provide recommendations or escalate as necessary.

• Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date contract files and records.

• Assist with contract closeout procedures.

• Offer advice to assigned customer companies and provide guidance on contractual obligations and requirements.

• Collaborate with Program Management, Finance, Operations, Business Development, and other internal teams.

• Participate in contract reviews and customer meetings.

• Evaluate proposed modifications and assess their contractual, operational, and financial implications.

• Facilitate modification processing, approvals, and documentation.

• Track funding, option exercises, extensions, changes, and other lifecycle events.

• Support transitions, new awards, novations, transfers, extensions, and closeouts.

• Assist with internal reviews, audits, and compliance assessments.

• Share insights and best practices.

• Enhance processes, procedures, templates, controls, and contract lifecycle management systems.

• Aid in developing Contracts Administration guidance and training materials.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Contracts Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

• Over 6 years of progressive experience in Government contract administration.

• Advanced knowledge of Contracts Administration principles and practices.

• Strong understanding of the FAR and relevant agency supplements.

• Experience in independently managing complex Government contracts.

• Familiarity with Firm-Fixed-Price, Time-and-Materials, Cost-Reimbursement, and/or Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity contracts.

• Experience in reviewing and interpreting contracts, modifications, solicitations, contract clauses, and other contractual documents.

• Proficient in administering contract modifications, funding actions, option periods, periods of performance, contract line items, and other contractual adjustments.

• Ability to identify contractual risks and offer practical recommendations.

• Strong grasp of the government contract lifecycle from award to closeout.

• Capacity to independently manage multiple contracts, priorities, and deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Ability to exercise sound contractual judgment and escalate issues appropriately.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

• Professional certification such as CFCM, CPCM, or similar is preferred.

• Experience in supporting small businesses and/or 8(a) government contractors is preferred.

• Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint or similar government contracting systems is preferred.

• Experience with contract lifecycle management systems is preferred.

• Background in supporting government contract audits, reviews, or compliance assessments is preferred.

• Experience in developing or delivering Contracts Administration training is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% company-paid employee coverage for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match and Roth IRA option.

• Employer-paid Life Insurance and AD&D.

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Opportunities for Professional Development.

• Paid Time Off and Holidays.

• Various Employee Perks and Discounts.