Contracts Administration, Senior Advisor

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is looking for a Senior Contracts Administrator to support our Defense Sector. This role involves managing diverse contract portfolios, ensuring compliance, and aiding Project Managers with contractual requirements.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field and at least 12 years of experience with government contracts. Candidates must also be U.S. citizens and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field with at least 12 years of related work experience.
• Experience managing Government contracts and contracts under FAR, DFAR.
• Must be a US citizen.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract portfolios and monitor budgets.
• Ensure compliance with government contracting requirements.
• Support Project Managers with guidance on contracts.

Skills

Government contracting compliance

Contract negotiation

Financial management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

12+ years of related work experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Contract Lifecycle Management tools

Deltek

Job description

Contracts Administration, Senior Advisor

Job Locations: US

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to join our Defense Sector. The Contracts Administrator would be responsible for:

• Manage a portfolio of contract of various contract types, complexities, and sizes, monitor invoices/budgets against contracts and mitigate cost overruns
• Ensure project compliance with government contracting requirements
• Support Project Managers by providing guidance on contractual requirements
• Manage the start-up and close-out process for all assigned projects
• Assist with preparing cost proposals and narratives for projects
• Develop strong customer relationships, interacting frequently, and working as a team leader to resolve issues and streamline processes
• Analyze, prepare and negotiate contractual agreements such as Teaming, Non-Disclosure, Memorandum of Understandings/Memorandum of Agreements and other binding agreements as the business opportunity presents
• Support internal program teams, including highly complex problem solving and providing creative solutions
• Accomplish Department and Division objectives by promoting sound business principles
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills necessary for working in a team environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field with at least 12 years of related work experience
• 16+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience working proposal responses to Request for Proposal (RFP), participating in RFP and proposal review meetings, contract pre-award meetings, conducting negotiations, and drafting/finalization of contract.
• Experience managing Government contracts and Subcontracts with other Government Contractors under FAR, DFAR, and other agency supplements.
• Experience preparing, maintaining, retrieving, and communicating records, reports, or documents that may be required to meet corporate and Contract Management requirements.
• Experience performing closeout of contracts, finalizing outstanding contract issues, issuing final modifications & invoices, and coordinating completion of contractor performance evaluations.
• Experience interfacing with all levels of the project team (includes representing and interfacing with all levels of internal and/or external management and corporate organization person's documents).
• Must be a US citizen

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in creating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets
• Proficient working within a Contract Lifecycle Management tools
• Self-starter and independent worker with good organizational and computer skills
• Deltek experience is a plus
• Knowledge of contract types and terms
• Understand and implement policies and procedures
• Excellent communication skills

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.