Senior Subcontracts Administrator – IRES

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee a portfolio of intricate, high-value subcontracts from the planning stage through to closeout independently.

• Act as the primary subcontract business advisor to program and task order teams.

• Direct the entire subcontract lifecycle, encompassing planning, competition, negotiation, award, administration, modification, and closeout.

• Formulate acquisition strategies and convert technical requirements into actionable packages.

• Conduct and document market research, pinpoint capable sources, evaluate competition, confirm supplier eligibility and responsibility, and assist with make-or-buy, commerciality, and single or sole-source determinations.

• Manage solicitations and source selection processes.

• Carry out cost and price analyses and lead negotiations within authorized limits.

• Record business decisions, establish suitable subcontracting arrangements, and ensure readiness for award.

• Maintain contractual oversight and administer changes effectively.

• Monitor subcontractor performance, address performance and payment issues, and nurture supplier relationships.

• Complete formal closeout processes.

• Interpret and apply requirements while maintaining CPSR-ready and audit-ready documentation.

• Safeguard sensitive information, assist with reviews and corrective actions, and enhance execution.

• Utilize independent judgment and escalate issues to management, legal, compliance, or the customer as necessary.

• Manage multiple high-priority actions while adhering to tight deadlines.

• Communicate contractual risks and translate technical or program requirements into enforceable subcontract language.

• Leverage understanding of cost, schedule, technical, and performance risks during negotiations.

• Collaborate within a matrixed program environment.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of general full-time work experience, which may be reduced with advanced educational qualifications.

• At least 5 years of directly relevant experience in Government contracting.

• A minimum of 2 years in a senior-level subcontracts administration role or a comparable position.

• Recent subcontract experience with FAR/DFARS regulations.

• Practical knowledge of IDIQ, CPIF, T&M, and firm-fixed-price contract types.

• Capability to execute and interpret federal regulations in contracts.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint applications.

• Possession of an active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

• Resumes should be formatted in month and year.

• Experience in developing subcontract requirements with minimal prior acquisition history is preferred.

• Experience in creating process improvements and new processes for subcontract management portfolios is desired.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching.

• Educational reimbursement opportunities.

• Parental leave provisions.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Tax-saving options available.

• Disability and life insurance coverage.

• Pet insurance options.