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Independently manage assigned government contracts from award through performance, completion, and closeout.
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Review and interpret contracts, solicitations, amendments, modifications, clauses, and other contractual documents to identify obligations, risks, and potential business impacts.
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Apply the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), applicable agency supplements, and customer-specific requirements to support contractual compliance.
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Monitor contract periods of performance, funding levels, ceiling values, option periods, contract line items, deliverables, reporting obligations, and key milestones.
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Administer contract modifications, including funding adjustments, scope changes, labor category updates, extensions, option exercises, and other contractual actions.
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Evaluate proposed contractual changes for operational, financial, and compliance implications, coordinating approvals, documentation, processing, and communication with relevant stakeholders.
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Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date contract files, records, and system information, ensuring required documentation is available for audits and reviews.
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Serve as a primary contracts advisor to assigned customer companies, providing timely, practical recommendations and clear explanations of contractual obligations.
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Build effective working relationships with customer leadership, program managers, finance, operations, and other cross-functional teams.
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Proactively identify contractual, financial, compliance, and performance risks, recommend appropriate solutions, and escalate significant issues when necessary.
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Support contract transitions, including new awards, novations, transfers, extensions, and closeout activities.
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Assist with internal reviews, audits, and compliance assessments, maintaining documentation that supports contract administration decisions.
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Monitor developments in government contracting regulations and practices to maintain current knowledge and support compliant contract performance.
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Share technical expertise, lessons learned, and best practices with the contracts administration team.
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Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes, procedures, templates, controls, training materials, and contract lifecycle management systems.
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Contracts Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
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At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in government contract administration.
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Advanced knowledge of contract administration principles, federal contracting practices, the FAR, and applicable agency supplements.
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Demonstrated experience independently administering complex government contracts and managing multiple agreements, priorities, and deadlines.
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Experience working with multiple contract types, including Firm-Fixed-Price, Time-and-Materials, Cost-Reimbursement, and/or Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity contracts.
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Proven ability to review and interpret contractual documents, solicitations, modifications, clauses, funding actions, option periods, periods of performance, and contract line items.
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Strong understanding of the government contract lifecycle, from award through closeout.
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Demonstrated ability to identify contractual risks, assess potential operational and financial impacts, and recommend practical solutions.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex contractual requirements to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills, combined with exceptional attention to detail.
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Sound contractual judgment, independent ownership of responsibilities, and the ability to recognize when issues require escalation.
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A customer-focused, collaborative approach, with the ability to build trusted relationships and provide responsive support.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
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Ability to work remotely from a dedicated workspace and remain available during standard business hours, with occasional early morning or evening support when critical deadlines or business needs require it.
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Ability to perform computer-based work and remain seated or standing for extended periods. The role may also require bending, reaching, kneeling, and occasionally lifting up to 30 pounds.
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Preferred: Professional certification such as Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), or an equivalent credential.
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Preferred: Experience supporting small businesses, 8(a) government contractors, multiple customer companies, or business units.
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Preferred: Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint or similar government contracting systems, contract lifecycle management (CLM) platforms, and government contract audits or compliance assessments.
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Preferred: Experience developing or delivering contracts administration training and guidance.
Benefits:
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Annual salary range of $85,000–$100,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
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Fully remote, work-from-home arrangement within the United States.
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100% company-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
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401(k) retirement plan with company matching and a Roth IRA option.
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Employer-paid life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
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Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
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Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
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Paid time off and paid holidays.
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Professional development opportunities.
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Additional employee perks and discounts.