Lead Contract Administrator (fully remote work options)

Lensa; Overland Park (KS); Remote; USD 101,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT Services and Consulting is seeking a Lead Contracts Administrator. This role involves ensuring compliance with corporate policies and government regulations, managing contracts, and advising management on compliance issues. The position offers flexible work options and requires significant experience in contract management and compliance.

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant experience required.
• Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex contracts of moderate risk.
• Advise management on risk and compliance issues.
• Coordinate with client contract staff for contract processing.

Skills

Contract Management

Compliance

Risk Management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Contract Lifecycle Management systems

Job description

Lead Contract Administrator (fully remote work options)

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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, restoration of contaminated lands, military redeployment, and hazard preparedness across the globe.

The position can be based out of any CDM Smith office in the U.S., 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, focusing on ensuring compliance with corporate policies and government regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead on complex contracts of moderate risk.
• Apply knowledge of FAR and agency-specific acquisition regulations to support compliance.
• Prepare and review non-disclosure and teaming agreements.
• Review solicitations, contracts, work orders, and other agreements for risk and compliance issues, coordinating reviews with relevant groups.
• Advise management on risk and compliance issues.
• Support project management in contractual compliance throughout project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with client contract staff for contract processing, amendments, negotiations, and responses.
• Collaborate with internal departments to address contractual issues.
• Consult with technical and project staff on work terms and conditions.
• 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 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%. No visa sponsorship available. Background checks and drug testing may be required. Salary range: $101,150 - $176,987. Discretionary bonuses may apply.

Additional Details

Employment type: Full-time, Mid-Senior level, Management role, Industry: IT Services and Consulting.