Contracts Administrator

HKA Enterprises; Mississippi; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global workforce solutions firm is seeking a Contracts Principle Specialist to join their remote team. This role involves drafting, negotiating, and managing complex contracts while ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in contract management, particularly within the government sector, and will play a crucial role in guiding the organization through legal matters related to contracts. If you are looking for a position that offers the chance to make a significant impact while working independently, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in contract management or 9 years without a degree.
• Knowledge of government FAR and DFAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage complex proposals and contracts ensuring compliance.
• Advise on legal issues and oversee contractual obligations.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation Skills

FAR Regulations Knowledge

Legal Advisory

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Degree (MBA or Legal)

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Contracts, Principle Specialist

This REMOTE position is for an experienced contracts professional working independently. The role involves creating proposals, negotiating, and completing contracts, as well as providing guidance on warranty and contract administration, and monitoring and analyzing contracts. Experience with government FAR 12 and FAR 15 regulations is preferred.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Draft, interpret, and manage large, complex proposals and contracts, ensuring compliance with internal standards and external schedules to meet business objectives and regulations.
2. Assess, interpret, and review documents to ensure contracts are negotiated within agreed-upon parameters, including government procurement and cost control guidelines.
3. Oversee contractual obligations to ensure compliance.
4. Advise and represent the organization on legal issues related to contracts.
5. Collaborate with internal teams to support contract negotiations and execute agreements promptly.
6. Prepare reports and legal documents for review and approval.
7. Participate in meetings to ensure understanding of contractual requirements across business units.
8. Manage interfaces with external customers and resolve contract administration matters.
9. Prepare recurring contract status and progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
10. Manage small projects, including CORE initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience, or
• Advanced degree and at least 3 years of experience, or
• No degree with 9 years of relevant experience.

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in contract management or related fields.
• Background in aerospace industry or with Collins Aerospace.
• SAP experience.
• MBA, Legal, or related degree preferred.
• Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations.
• Experience working with government contracts, proposals, and negotiations.
• Experience with customer-facing contracts and various agreement types (NDAs, MOAs, Licenses, Bailments, Partnering, Settlements, etc.).
• Proficiency in Excel.

Additional Information:

HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm committed to matching employee goals with organizational needs. We value credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from our applicants. We invite you to explore your next career opportunity with us. HKA is an EEO Employer participating in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.