Lead Contract Administrator (fully remote work options)

Lensa; Fort Collins (CO); Remote; USD 101,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading career site is seeking a Lead Contract Administrator for a federal group. This full-time role focuses on ensuring compliance with contracts and government regulations, with options for remote or hybrid work. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience in contract management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience required.
• Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally.
• NCMA CPCM or CFCM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex contracts of moderate risk.
• Advise management on risk and compliance issues.
• Support project management in complying with contractual requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of FAR

Contract Compliance

Risk Management

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 qualified Lead Contract Administrator. Apply via Lensa today!

Requisition ID: 41488BR

Business Unit: FSU

Job Description

CDM Smith delivers advanced solutions that enable the U.S. government—civilian and military—to protect lives, communities, and the environment. We have served the federal government for over 75 years, addressing needs such as revitalization of aging infrastructure, remediation of contaminated lands, military redeployment, and hazard preparedness across various locations including Alaska, Puerto Rico, Germany, Afghanistan, Djibouti, and Guam.

The position can be based out of any CDM Smith office nationwide, with options for in-office, hybrid, or fully remote work arrangements.

We currently have an opening for a Lead Contracts Administrator in our Federal Group. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with corporate policies and government regulations as outlined in our contracts.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead complex contracts of moderate risk.
• 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; coordinate reviews with relevant corporate groups.
• Advise management on risk and compliance issues.
• Support project management in complying with contractual requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with client contract staff to facilitate contract processing, amendments, negotiations, and responses to client concerns.
• Collaborate with HR, compliance, IT, and other departments to address contractual issues.
• Consult with technical and project management staff on work scope and contract terms.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Additional Information

Position is open to fully remote or hybrid work options. Travel is approximately 5%. This role is full-time, and sponsorship is not available. Background checks and drug testing may be required.

Salary range: $101,150 - $176,987. Bonuses are discretionary. Massachusetts applicants are advised of legal restrictions regarding lie detector tests.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Management, Manufacturing
• Industries: IT Services, IT Consulting