Contracts Administration, Senior Advisor

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

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator in Reston, Virginia, to manage various contract types and ensure compliance with government regulations. This role involves supporting project managers, negotiating contracts, and addressing issues within a collaborative team environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field and extensive government contracting experience. Salary range for this position is $104,000 - $166,000, based on various factors including experience and location.

Qualifications

• 12 years of related work experience or 16+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience managing Government contracts and Subcontracts under FAR, DFAR.
• Must be a US citizen.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of contracts of various types and sizes.
• Ensure compliance with government contracting requirements.
• Support Project Managers with contractual guidance.

Skills

Government contracting experience

Interpersonal and communication skills

Proposal writing

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Tools

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.