Contracts Administration, Senior Advisor

Peraton; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

A national security company is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to manage contract negotiations and compliance. This role requires extensive experience in federal and local government contracts, strong analytical skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. The candidate should be highly adaptable and possess strong writing skills. The position offers a salary range of $104,000 to $166,000 based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in contracts management.
• Experience supporting federal civilian sector customers.
• Strong understanding of FAR and contract types.

Responsibilities

• Administers and negotiates contracts and task orders.
• Conducts proposal preparation and compliance checks.
• Monitors program performance against contract terms.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Attention to detail

Strong writing skills

Multi-tasking ability

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Master’s Degree

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is currently seeking a Contracts Administration, Senior Advisor. This senior-level position will require an energetic and disciplined contracts management professional providing the following responsibilities:

• Administers, extends, negotiates and supports contract closeout of standard and nonstandard contracts, task orders and subsequent amendments.
• Conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration, and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with Company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
• Support risk reviews for solicitations, ensure terms and condition compliance, complete proposal compliance checks (color team participation), responsible for completion of any representations and certifications, assist with proposal and pricing strategy, supports the development of the contracts volume (to include any OCI Mitigation Plans), and serve as the negotiator for any resultant contract negotiation.
• Advises program team of contractual rights and obligations; compiles and analyzes data; and maintains historical information.
• Monitors program performance for conformance to original proposal and maintains continual reviews to ensure that all terms and conditions are met and that the contract is in accordance with legal requirements, customer specifications, and government regulations.
• Prepares and disseminates information throughout the organization regarding contract status, compliance, modification, deviation, negotiation, and termination.
• Initiates documentation to authorize and direct work in accordance with contractual specifications.
• Maintains contractual records and documentation such as receipt and control of all contract correspondence, customer contact information sheets, contractual changes, status reports and other documents for all projects.
• Supports non disclosure agreement and teaming agreement negotiations between company and outside sources.
• Fosters trusting relationships with internal and external customers.
• Ensure the contracts system as well as filing is up-to-date in accordance with policies and procedures and support general ad hoc reporting and tasking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 12+ years’ of experience or Master’s Degree and 10+ years’ of experience.
• 16+ years of relevant work experiencemay be considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience supporting federal civilian sector customers.
• Experience supporting state and local government contracts.
• Experience with large IDIQs and resulting Task Orders (preferred).
• Working knowledge/understanding of FAR.
• Business acumen with ability to think critically and develop creative and practical solutions.
• Experience with the development and negotiation of bids.
• Working knowledge of a variety of contract types.
• Strong writing and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and organization.
• Highly adaptable to change.
• Ability to multi-task and operate in a fast-moving environment.
• Must have strong Service Contract Act/Wage Determination experience.
• This is primarily a remote position, but Administrator would need to be local to the Reston, Virginia area.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

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

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