Senior Contracts Administrator
Job Summary
The Sr. Contract Administrator is a mid-level position that will work under the direction of a Manager of Contracts and will be involved with activities required for developing and maintaining contracts or subcontracts for various products and services from proposal development through product/service delivery and then final closeout of the contract. This person will have the skills to conduct proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities. This person will provide for the proper contract fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. The Sr. Contract Administrator will have the ability to interpret terms and conditions of a contract as well as monitor performance against contract requirements and obligations.
Responsibilities
- Under the direction of a Contract Manager, apply the skills to maintain contracts/subcontracts for various products and services from proposal development through product/service delivery and final closeout of the contract.
- Participate in proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to ensure proper contract fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
- During contract negotiations with the customer, advise management of contractual rights and obligations and recommend actions to mitigate contract risk.
- During contract performance, interpret terms and conditions and monitor performance against contract requirements and obligations.
- During proposal preparation, examine estimates of material, equipment, services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules for accuracy, completeness, and ensure that it meets the requirements of government regulations.
- Produce contractual correspondence, narratives for contract changes, conduct contract negotiations, contractual interpretation of order requirements and agreements, billing support, upkeep of assigned contract files, and tracking all internal/external contractual obligations.
- Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree required; business administration degree preferred.
- 5-10 years of functional experience (using skill set).
- 5-10 years of industry experience.
- Experience with and understanding of international contracting, including compliance with ITAR and EAR.
- Experience in dealing with Government Contract requirements to both the US Government as a Prime and as the subcontractor to the Prime.
Required Skills & Abilities
- Strong and effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver information concisely orally and in writing. Proven ability to write and edit business material. A writing sample may be required.
- Strong and effective analytical skills and the ability to identify and evaluate business risks.
- Knowledge of and experience with Government Contracting. Knowledge of and experience with Contract Terms and Conditions (FAR & DFAR).
- Negotiation skills.
- Team Player with good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently when needed.
- Financial understanding of rate structures and pricing strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to handle complex contractual agreements.
- Ability to foster and maintain solid relationships with customers and suppliers.
- Extensive organization and time management skills. Must have the ability to prioritize work in a dynamic environment.
- Must be proficient with MS Word and Excel. Knowledge of PowerPoint, Project, and Access is highly desirable.
- Candidate must be a US person. This position may require a Security Clearance.
Benefits & Schedule
- Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off.
- Competitive compensation & 401(k) program.
- Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
- Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
- Flexible Vacation & PTO.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Generous Employee Referral Program.
- Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
- Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.