Federal Contracts Advisor: Lifecycle & Risk Management

Peraton; Idaho; Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an experienced Contracts Administration Advisor to support our Federal/Civilian Services portfolio within the Contracts team. You will manage a diverse portfolio of government contracts, advise program teams, and help ensure mission success from award through closeout in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong FAR/DFARS knowledge, negotiation experience, and excellent communication. Travel to on-site meetings is possible; US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 6+ years; or 12+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Flexibility to support periodic travel to attend on-site meetings at Peraton facilities and/or customer sites
• Self-starter mentality with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and in a team-based environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external management, strong research and analysis, and critical thinking skills
• Hands-on experience with Government contracts and subcontracts under FAR, DFARS, and applicable agency supplements
• Experience responding to customer solicitations, participating in proposal and pre-award strategy and review meetings, conducting negotiations, and drafting/finalizing contracts
• Knowledge of basis of estimates (BOE), work breakdown structure (WBS) and cost and pricing principles
• Proficiency in compliance with corporate and contract management requirements with disciplined adherence to policies and procedures
• Experience executing contract closeout, including finalizing issues, issuing final modifications and invoices, and coordinating evaluations
• Must be a US Citizen

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of contracts across various types, complexities, and sizes with the ability to identify and advise on contract cost and performance risk
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships internally and externally, acting as a collaborative team leader who resolves issues quickly and streamlines processes
• Serve as the go-to contractual expert for Project Managers, providing clear guidance on requirements
• Partner with internal program teams and customers to tackle highly complex challenges and deliver creative, effective solutions
• Advise program teams and leadership on contractual rights and obligations; develop holistic assessments of terms/conditions and identify changes
• Monitor program performance for conformance to the original proposal and ensure all terms are met, compliant with regulations
• Draft and revise contract letters, change agreements, and contract performance responses
• Execute, facilitate, and support program change management and customer conflict resolution
• Contribute to proposals by assisting with price/cost proposals and narratives
• Analyze, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including NDAs, MOUs, MOAs and other instruments
• Prepare and disseminate information on contract status, compliance, modification, deviation, negotiation, and termination
• Lead contract start-up and closeout processes for smooth lifecycle transitions
• Champion sound business principles aligned with departmental goals

Skills

Contract management

Communication

Team leadership

Negotiation

Travel flexibility

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Master's degree in related field

12+ years of experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Contracts management tools

Job description

Peraton is seeking an experienced Contracts Administration Advisor to support our Federal/Civilian Services portfolio within the Contracts team. You will manage a diverse portfolio of government contracts, advise program teams, and help ensure mission success from award through closeout in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong FAR/DFARS knowledge, negotiation experience, and excellent communication. Travel to on-site meetings is possible; US citizenship is required.