Lead Contract Administrator (fully remote work options)

Lensa; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 101,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT Services & Consulting is seeking a Lead Contract Administrator for their Federal Group. This role involves ensuring compliance with corporate policies and government regulations, managing contracts, and advising on risk issues. The position offers flexible work options, including fully remote, and requires a bachelor's degree and significant experience in contract management.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally as needed.
• Strong knowledge of FAR.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Compliance

Contract Management

Risk Assessment

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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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 infrastructure, environmental restoration, military redeployment, and hazard preparedness across various locations worldwide.

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.

We currently have an opening for a Lead Contracts Administrator in our Federal Group. The role focuses on ensuring compliance with corporate policies and government regulations as per contract requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead on complex contracts of moderate risk.
• Apply knowledge of FAR and agency-specific 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, coordinating reviews with relevant teams.
• Advise management on risk and compliance issues.
• Support project management in contractual compliance throughout project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with client contract staff to process authorizations, amendments, negotiate clauses, and address client concerns.
• Collaborate with HR, compliance, IT, and other departments on contractual issues.
• Consult with technical and project teams on work scope and contract terms.
• Perform additional 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 with agencies like FEMA, EPA, USACE.
• Strong knowledge of FAR.
• Experience with Contract Lifecycle Management systems.
• NCMA CPCM or CFCM certification.

Additional Information

Position is open to fully remote or hybrid work options within the U.S. Travel requirement is approximately 5%. Visa sponsorship is not available. Background checks and drug testing may be required. Salary range: $101,150 - $176,987. Bonuses are discretionary.

Other Details

Employment type: Full-time, Regular. Seniority level: Mid-Senior. Industry: Management, IT Services & Consulting.