Lead Contract Administrator (fully remote work options)

Lensa; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 101,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Lead Contracts Administrator to ensure compliance with corporate policies and government regulations. This role offers options for fully remote or hybrid work. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in contract management, particularly with federal service contracts. Join a team dedicated to protecting lives and communities through advanced solutions.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically or internationally as required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Compliance

Risk Management

Contract 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 various locations worldwide.

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

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

1. Lead on complex contracts of moderate risk.
2. Apply knowledge of FAR and agency-specific regulations to ensure compliance.
3. Prepare and review NDAs and teaming agreements.
4. Review solicitations, contracts, work orders, and other agreements for risks and compliance issues, coordinating with relevant groups.
5. Advise management on risk and compliance matters.
6. Support project management in contractual compliance throughout project lifecycle.
7. Coordinate with client contract staff to process contract modifications, negotiate clauses, and address client concerns.
8. Collaborate with HR, compliance, IT, and other departments on contractual issues.
9. Consult technical and project staff on work scope and contract terms.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically 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

Work location options include fully remote or hybrid. Travel is approximately 5%. Employment is full-time. Sponsorship is not available. Background checks and drug testing are required. Salary range: $101,150 - $176,987. Bonuses are discretionary.