Contracts Administrator
$85,000–$105,000 year
On-siteNewport News, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Administer the full lifecycle of federal government prime contracts, subcontracts, task orders, and purchase orders, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and company policies. Monitor contract funding, expenditures, and burn rates to identify shortfalls and risks, while preparing financial reports and dashboards for leadership. Partner with Program Management, Finance, and Business Development to support proposal development, negotiate agreements, and execute subcontract awards. Maintain accurate records in contract management systems and coordinate correspondence with government customers and internal stakeholders. Support internal and external audits to ensure documentation readiness.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Contracts Management, Legal Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in federal government contract administration
- Experience supporting both prime contracts and subcontract administration throughout the full contract lifecycle
- Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government contracting principles
- Experience administering multiple contract types including CPFF, T&M, FFP, IDIQ, BPA, and Task Orders
- Experience supporting proposal development and contract negotiations
- Ability to interpret solicitations, contract clauses, and government regulations
- Experience developing subcontract documentation including RFQs, RFPs, subcontract agreements, modifications, and closeout packages
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Desired Qualifications
- Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance preferred
- Experience supporting DoD or Federal Government contractors
- Experience with Unanet ERP or similar government contractor ERP systems
- Experience with contract lifecycle management (CLM) software
- National Contract Management Association (NCMA) certification (CFCM, CCCM, or CPCM)
- Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or multi-entity contract portfolios
- Familiarity with Small Business regulations, subcontracting plans, OCI requirements, export compliance, and organizational compliance programs
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