Contracts Administrator

Tactical Engineering & Analysis; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is seeking a Contracts Administrator to assist in managing contracts for federal projects.

You will draft, review, and negotiate various contracts including vendor agreements, NDAs, and government contracts, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and related regulations. You will collaborate with project managers, legal teams, and government agencies to administer contracts, monitor performance, and handle modifications within Costpoint.

Qualifications

• Experience with FAR/DFARS and federal contracting regulations.
• Proficient with contract management software and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of DoD contracts and CAS is required.
• Familiarity with DCAA audit procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the draft, review, and negotiation of contracts including vendor, service, government and NDAs.
• Prepare, negotiate, and review contracts for federal projects ensuring FAR/DFARS compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers, legal teams, and government agencies to administer contracts.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to terms.
• Enter changes into Costpoint and coordinate with DCAA during audits.
• Maintain contract files and documentation; assess risks and mitigations.
• Assist in developing proposals for new government contracts.

Skills

FAR/DFARS regulations

Negotiation

DoD contracts

CAS (Cost Accounting Standards)

DCAA audit procedures

Contract management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

GED or equivalent

Certificate in Contracts Management

CFCM certification

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

PIEE

SAM.gov

Job description

The Contracts Administrator is responsible for assisting in the management of various contracts. They will play a supporting role in achieving the organization's goals by preparing, negotiating, and reviewing contracts for federal projects. This position will collaborate with project managers, legal teams, and government agencies to develop and administer contracts.

CORE FUNCTIONS / JOB DUITES

Conducts the following with a high degree of autonomy:

• Assist in the draft, review, and negotiation of various contracts, including vendor agreements, service contracts, government contracts, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and Teaming Agreements (TA).
• Prepare, negotiate, and review contracts for federal projects, ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other applicable regulations
• Collaborate with project managers, legal teams, and government agencies to develop and administer contracts
• Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to terms and conditions
• Executes contract modifications, change orders, and amendments and enters changes into Costpoint
• Coordinate with the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) during audits
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract files and documentation
• Analyze potential risks in contracts and recommend mitigation strategies
• Stay informed about legislative changes affecting federal contracting
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation and resolve contractual disputes
• Assist in developing proposals for new government contracts

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Is an expert in:

• FAR, DFARS, and other federal contracting regulations
• Contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Negotiation skills
• Department of Defense contracts
• Government cost accounting standards (CAS)
• DCAA audit procedures
• DELTEK/Costpoint familiarity preferred
• PIEE familiarity preferred
• SAM.gov familiarity preferred

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• GED and/or equivalent years of experience
• Certificate in Contracts Management Required
• Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) certification Preferred

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• General office environment
• Computer/Equipment lab

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• May be expected to lift up to 25 lbs
• Frequent use of keyboard and typing
• Frequent sitting and standing

WORK SCHEDULE

• 9/80
• The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements.

PAY RANGE

• $120,000.00 to $150,000.00 annually, DOE

U.S. Citizenship is Required

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Candidates must have an active clearance OR the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer