Federal Contract Administrator

Jacobs; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 105,800 - 185,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited Personalized Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Arlington, VA is seeking a Contract Administrator to manage U.S. Government contracts. The ideal candidate will possess extensive contract management experience and compliance knowledge. Responsibilities include advising project teams, negotiating contract terms, and reporting performance metrics. The position offers a hybrid working environment with competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits, including unlimited paid time off and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in prime contract management.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Extensive understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple U.S. Government prime contracts.
• Advise on contractual implications and negotiate changes.
• Support project teams in contract execution and compliance.

Skills

Contract management knowledge

Negotiation skills

Project management

Education

BA/BS or equivalent experience in a related field

Job description

Overview

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your Impact

As a Contract Administrator, you will transform intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future – today. Your role will help us solve real‑life challenges by supporting our teams on critical projects and fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion, bringing fresh ideas to the table.

Position Summary

Manages multiple U.S. Government prime contracts and the relationships with the customer’s internal management team. Implements the prime contract management program and helps drive compliance with contracts administration procedures. Assists in RFP review, proposal support, negotiation, and management and execution of prime contracts in conjunction with sales, operations, and the project manager. Ensures compliance with government regulations, statutes, and client practices and supports multiple projects of various sizes and complexity. Requires extensive knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations and various agency supplements, contract management best practices and skills required for efficiently managing multiple contracts and task orders.

Technical/Functional Responsibilities

• Advise the project management team on the contractual significance of proposed actions. Be the subject matter expert on the prime contracts.
• Negotiate changes to the terms and conditions to reduce the firm’s risk exposure.
• Prepare and provide contractually significant communications and notices.
• Coordinate with other project team members to identify customer related actions or inactions, which may result in constructive contract changes.
• Recommend and implement actions to document and request additional compensation or time due from the client.
• Provide support to business and execution units in the formation of prime contracts, including participating in the proposal, prime contract review, joint venture and/or subcontract partnering, and risk assessment process.
• Review proposals to ensure compliance with contract requirements including Truthful Cost or Pricing Data Statute.
• Facilitate a smooth transition from sales to execution with the support of the project team throughout the contract life cycle.
• Coordinate with Sales, Operations, Legal, Insurance, Risk, Project Controls, and Project Business Services on contractual terms and risk issues.
• Review project correspondence to ensure the firm’s rights are protected and that it is consistent with the terms of the prime contract.
• Assist in developing contract summaries and inputting contract information into the firm’s Contract Database and updating throughout the project.
• Participate in functional management team reviews.
• Ensure compliance with management of vital records and relevant correspondence to support reporting, contract audit, claims and litigations, and contract close out.
• Provide pre‑claim and claim support and resources to project teams to prepare and negotiate requests for equitable adjustment or claims as required.
• Report performance to the functional management for use in maintaining contracts metrics.
• Participate in risk reviews and functional management team reviews.
• Follow the disputes process as defined by the prime to track and administer throughout the project, while working with Legal.

Here’s what you’ll need

• BA/BS or equivalent experience in a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in prime contract management.
• United States Citizenship.
• Must have extensive understanding of the foundation of basic contract management knowledge and skills required for success in the contracting field.

Ideally you’ll also have

• Experience with TINA requirements and TINA compliant proposals.
• Experience in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction industry.

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $105,800.00 to $185,100.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Working Conditions

Hybrid Work location is Arlington VA but we will consider candidates within commuting distance of other Jacobs’ offices. We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Application Process

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.