Contracts Administration

CACI; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 79,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Contracts Administrator to provide comprehensive contract support for the Space Line of Business. You will manage multiple contract portfolios, respond to customer requests, and coordinate proposal submissions to secure favorable and compliant outcomes.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, 3–5+ years of federal contracting experience, knowledge of FAR/DFARS, and an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3 to 5+ years direct contract management experience, federal government focus.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS and multiple contract types.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of multiple contracts portfolios, ensuring customer satisfaction, strong financial performance and risk mitigation.
• Maintain engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate responses to RFPs, understand SOWs and contract requirements.
• Prepare proposal submittal documents and ensure full responsiveness to customer requirements.
• Coordinate responses to RFIs and fact-finding to strengthen proposals.
• Develop and execute negotiation strategies to reach favorable agreements quickly.
• Oversee contract performance, schedules and deliverables; ensure program satisfaction.
• Review contracts to protect company posture and ensure policy adherence.
• Collaborate with technical staff and program office to address customer requests.
• Maintain excellent relationships with customers to communicate, negotiate and modify contracts.

Skills

Contract management

FAR/DFARS experience

Proposal development

Negotiation

Security clearance

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Contracts Administration

Job Category: Contracts

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity:

The Contracts Administrator will provide contracts support for CACI's Space Line of Business which leverages decades of expertise to deliver multi-source, actionable intelligence to the warfighter across all domains. CACI's Space Line of Business is focused on developing and producing leading capabilities in human spaceflight, space mission management, space data processing, counterspace, optical communications and artificial intelligence. The Contracts Administrator will be considered a key focal point on contract matters within the organization and must demonstrate the skill and ability to perform complex tasks. This position requires the candidate to work independently without appreciable direction.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing all aspects of multiple contracts portfolios, delivering strong customer satisfaction, successful financial performance and effective risk mitigation
• Responsible for maintaining a strong level of engagement with internal and external stakeholders
• Lead and coordinate responses to customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to understand Statements of Work (SOW) and contract requirements
• Prepare proposal submittal documents, ensure proposals are fully responsive to customer requirements, and coordinate appropriate levels of internal review and approval
• Coordinate and develop responses to fact-finding and Requests for Information (RFIs), to bolster priorities and strengthen support for the proposal
• Develop and execute negotiation strategies to arrive at the most beneficial agreement possible in the quickest timeframe possible
• Oversee contract performance, including schedules and deliverables and complete actions to ensure satisfactory program performance
• Provide direct contract support, review contractual documents to ensure protection of company's contractual/risk posture, satisfaction of contractual requirements and adherence to company policies
• Work cooperatively with technical staff and program office to address customer requests
• Maintain excellent working relationships with customers to effectively communicate, administer, modify, negotiate and terminate standard and nonstandard contractual agreements

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree
• 3 to 5+ years of direct contract management experience, with a strong focus on federal government contracting
• Experience with FAR/DFARS
• Experience working with various contract types such as Firm-Fixed-Price, Time and Material, Cost Types, Other Transactions, etc
• Experience working with proposal development and negotiations
• Active Secret security clearance
• Experience handling multiple tasks concurrently
• Experience working independently and collaborating with stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs)

Desired:

• Fluent in commercial contract principles
• Experience using and inputting data into SAP
• Experience briefing internal and external customers

What You Can Expect:

• A culture of integrity. At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
• An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
• A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range :

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is: $78,700 - $165,200

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy,