Lead Contract Administrator (fully remote work options)

Lensa; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); Remote; USD 101,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading career site is seeking a Lead Contract Administrator for a client, CDM Smith. This role involves ensuring compliance with contracts and managing risk for federal service contracts. The position offers flexible work options, including remote work, and requires a Bachelor's degree with 7 years of experience.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits package

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant experience required.
• Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally as required.
• Experience managing federal service contracts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex, moderate-risk contracts.
• Advise management on risk and compliance matters.
• Support project management in contractual compliance.

Skills

Compliance

Contract Management

Risk Assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Contract Lifecycle Management systems

Job description

Lead Contract Administrator (fully remote work options)

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Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, CDM Smith, is seeking a Lead Contract Administrator. Apply via Lensa today!

Requisition ID: 41488BR

Business Unit: FSU

Job Description

CDM Smith delivers advanced solutions to support the U.S. government—civilian and military—in protecting lives, communities, and the environment. With over 75 years of service, we address high-priority needs such as infrastructure revitalization, environmental restoration, military redeployment, and hazard preparedness across the globe.

The position can be based in any CDM Smith office across the U.S., with options for in-office, hybrid, or fully remote work arrangements.

We are currently seeking a Lead Contracts Administrator for our Federal Group. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with corporate policies and government regulations as outlined in our contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex, moderate-risk contracts.
• Apply knowledge of FAR and agency-specific acquisition regulations to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and review non-disclosure and teaming agreements.
• Review solicitations, contracts, work orders, and other agreements for risk and compliance issues.
• Advise management on risk and compliance matters.
• Support project management in contractual compliance throughout project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with client contract staff for contract processing, amendments, negotiations, and responses.
• Collaborate with HR, compliance, IT, and other departments on contractual issues.
• Consult with technical and project teams on work scope and contractual terms.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 7 years of relevant experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally as required.

Preferred:

• Experience managing federal service contracts with agencies such as FEMA, EPA, USACE.
• Strong knowledge of FAR.
• Experience with Contract Lifecycle Management systems.
• NCMA CPCM or CFCM certification.

Additional Information

We offer flexible work options, including remote work, and a comprehensive benefits package. The position is classified as full-time, with a travel requirement of approximately 5%. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Background checks and drug testing are part of our hiring process.

Salary range: $101,150 - $176,987. Bonuses are discretionary.

This role is open nationwide in the U.S., with consideration for remote or hybrid arrangements.