Contract Administration Manager

Palmetto GBA, LLC; Columbia, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto GBA, LLC, based in Columbia, SC, is seeking a senior contracts professional to manage contract staff and ensure compliance with federal regulations and corporate policies. This on-site role leads negotiations, oversees proposal processes, and coordinates contract administration across complex government and commercial agreements.

You'll develop internal processes, supervise staff, and advise management on policies to maximize contract performance and minimize risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 9+ years of contracts negotiation experience.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and review of business proposals for contract growth.
• Oversee contract administration and ensure compliance with FAR and governing regulations.
• Negotiate terms and coordinate with internal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain internal processes aligned with ISO standards.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

### To learn more about our website privacy policy, click on this .# **Summary**Responsible for managing contract staff and administration of all contracts to ensure that contractual obligations are met and compliance is maintained with mandatory governmental regulations, applicable laws and corporate policies and procedures. Ensures effective relationships between the company and the customer contracting officers on all contractual matters in order to maintain consistency in communications, documentation, and minimizing cost risk due to misunderstanding and/or non-compliance. Participates with company management in the financial management of all contracts.# **Description**This position will be based in Columbia, SC at 17th Technology Circle. This is a full-time on-site position.**What You'll Do:****What You'll Need:****Equal Employment Opportunity Statement**BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail] or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Here'sSome states have required notifications. Here's .**Equal Employment Opportunity Statement**BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail] or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Here'sSome states have required notifications. Here's .* Leads the preparation and review of all business proposals to customers for growth of current contracts or award of new business. Oversees the internal proposal processes to ensure that all federal government proposals and pricing are compliant with the Federal Acquisition Rules (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards.* Leads contract administration staff in all contract activities to ensure that contractual obligations are met and compliance is maintained with mandatory governmental regulations, applicable laws and corporate policies and procedures. Provides supervision of contract compliance, contract review, contract communication, contract performance, contract reporting and contract filing.* Responsible for ensuring efficient preparation, review, coordination and requests for approval of legal documents to include contracts, contract modifications, subcontracts and related modifications, non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements and other legal documents. Provides guidance to staff as may be needed in negotiation of contracts. Works as the primary negotiator in more complex contracts and subcontracts negotiations.* Develops and maintains internal departmental processes in accordance with corporate policies, FAR requirements, and industry best practices. Ensures all processes are documented in accordance with ISO standards and staff is trained to those processes.* Responsible for overall management of assigned business plans and related reporting. Makes recommendations to management concerning policies and processes to further enhance reaching business goals. Participates with company management in the financial management of all contracts.**Required Education:** Bachelor's in a job related field**Required Work Experience:** 9 years experience in contracts negotiation. Strong contracts management experience, including experience working with contract processes and principles. 3 years management or supervisory experience or equivalent military experience in grade E4 or above (may be concurrent).**Required Skills and Abilities:** Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally with persons at all levels, and to maintain effective working relationships. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to all levels throughout the organization and externally. Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis. Strong presentation, interviewing, and organizational skills with a strong attention to detail. Ability to exercise confidentiality and discretion. Strong decision-making, organizational and leadership skills. Excellent internal and external negotiation skills. Specialized knowledge in negotiating and managing Government contracts and subcontracts. Ability to recognize contractual issues and recommend solutions.**Required Software and Tools:** Microsoft Office.Palmetto GBA is a healthcare service administrator and one of the nation's largest providers of high-volume medical claims and transaction processing.We provide services and technology solutions to improve and streamline healthcare administration not only for government but also for corporate entities.We offer a wide range of services that require a diverse workforce and expansive areas of expertise from data analytics, administrative and workflow services to advanced systems.To help our associates succeed and reach their professional goal, we offer training classes and programs that help employees prepare for leadership positions and offer tuition assistance for education advancement. Palmetto GBA acknowledges associates' hard work and dedication with awards and financial incentives.