Lead Contract Administrator (fully remote work options)

Lensa; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 101,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Lead Contract Administrator to ensure compliance with corporate policies and government regulations. This fully remote position offers competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for career growth. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience managing federal service contracts.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex contracts of moderate risk.
• Prepare and review non-disclosure and teaming agreements.
• Advise management on risk and compliance matters.

Skills

Compliance

Risk Management

Contract Negotiation

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems

Job description

Lead Contract Administrator (fully remote work options)

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This position is based out of any CDM Smith office in the U.S., offering in-office, hybrid, or remote work environments for flexible options.

Job Description

CDM Smith, a leader in delivering advanced solutions to support U.S. government agencies, is seeking a Lead Contracts Administrator for our Federal Group. The role involves ensuring compliance with corporate policies, government regulations, and contract requirements across various projects.

Responsibilities

1. Lead on complex contracts of moderate risk.
2. Apply knowledge of FAR and agency-specific regulations to ensure compliance.
3. Prepare and review non-disclosure and teaming agreements.
4. Review solicitations, contracts, work orders, and other agreements for risk and compliance issues.
5. Advise management on risk and compliance matters.
6. Support project teams in contractual compliance throughout project lifecycle.
7. Coordinate with client contract staff for processing authorizations, amendments, and negotiations.
8. Collaborate with HR, compliance, IT, and other departments on contractual issues.
9. Consult with technical and project management teams on contractual terms.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum:

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

Preferred:

• Experience managing federal service contracts (e.g., FEMA, EPA, USACE).
• Strong knowledge of FAR.
• Experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems.
• NCMA CPCM or CFCM certification preferred.

Additional Information

Position offers competitive salary ($101,150 - $176,987), flexible work options, and opportunities for career growth. Background checks and drug testing may be required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.