Contracts Administrator

The Contracts Administrator is responsible for assisting in the management of various contracts. They will play a supporting role in achieving the organization's goals by preparing, negotiating, and reviewing contracts for federal projects. This position will collaborate with project managers, legal teams, and government agencies to develop and administer contracts.

CORE FUNCTIONS / JOB DUITES


Conducts the following with a high degree of autonomy:


Assist in the draft, review, and negotiation of various contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, government contracts, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and Teaming Agreements (TA).


Prepare, negotiate, and review contracts for federal projects, ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other applicable regulations


Collaborate with project managers, legal teams, and government agencies to develop and administer contracts


Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to terms and conditions


Executes contract modifications, change orders, and amendments and enters changes into Costpoint


Coordinate with the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) during audits


Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract files and documentation


Analyze potential risks in contracts and recommend mitigation strategies


Stay informed about legislative changes affecting federal contracting


Provide guidance on contract interpretation and resolve contractual disputes


Assist in developing proposals for new government contracts

SKILLS & ABILITIES


Is an expert in:


FAR, DFARS, and other federal contracting regulations


Contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite


Negotiation skills


Department of Defense contracts


Government cost accounting standards (CAS)


DCAA audit procedures


DELTEK/Costpoint familiarity preferred


PIEE familiarity preferred


SAM.gov familiarity preferred

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS


GED and/or equivalent years of experience


Certificate in Contracts Management Required


Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) certification Preferred

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS


General office environment


Computer/Equipment lab

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


May be expected to lift up to 25 lbs


Frequent use of keyboard and typing


Frequent sitting and standing

WORK SCHEDULE


9/80


The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements.

PAY RANGE


$120,000.00 to $150,000.00 annually, DOE

U.S. Citizenship is Required

SECURITY CLEARANCE


Candidates must have an active clearance OR the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer