Contracts Administrator

Tactical-Engineering-; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. seeks a Contracts Administrator to support federal contracting activities in San Diego, CA. You will draft, review, negotiate, and manage government contracts, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and CAS while coordinating with project managers, legal teams, and government agencies.

You will monitor performance, support DCAA audits, and help develop proposals for new opportunities. Proficiency with Costpoint/Deltek and SAM.gov is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing federal contracts including DoD and government agreements.
• Understanding of FAR/DFARS and other federal contracting regulations.
• Experience supporting audits by the DCAA and applying CAS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage federal contracts.
• Collaborate with project managers, legal teams, and government agencies.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to terms.
• Assist in developing proposals for new government contracts.
• Enter changes into Costpoint and coordinate with auditors.

Skills

FAR/DFARS compliance

Negotiation skills

DCAA audits knowledge

Cost accounting standards (CAS)

Costpoint/Deltek familiarity

PIEE familiarity

SAM.gov familiarity

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Certificate in Contracts Management

GED

Tools

DELTEK/Costpoint

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

Performs the following, with moderate independence:

• Assist in the draft, review, negotiate, and manage 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
• Manage 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

• Possess a deep understanding of:
  • FAR, DFARS, and other federal contracting regulations
  • DoD contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Negotiation skills
  • Government cost accounting standards (CAS)
  • DCAA audit proceduresDELTEK/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

$100,000.00 to $125,000.00 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