Lead Contract Administrator (fully remote work options)

Lensa; Wilmington (NC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in federal contract management is seeking a Lead Contracts Administrator to ensure compliance with corporate policies and government regulations. The role offers flexible work options, including remote arrangements, and requires a Bachelor's degree along with significant experience in contract management, particularly with federal agencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of related experience.
• Ability to travel domestically 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 issues.

Skills

Knowledge of FAR

Contract Management

Compliance

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 aging infrastructure, environmental restoration, military redeployment, and hazard preparedness across the U.S. and internationally.

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, focusing on ensuring compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and government regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead on complex contracts of moderate risk.
• Apply knowledge of FAR and agency-specific regulations to support compliance.
• Prepare and review non-disclosure and teaming agreements.
• Review solicitations, contracts, work orders, and agreements for risk and compliance issues, coordinating reviews with other departments.
• Advise management on risk and compliance issues.
• Support project management in contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with client contract staff for contract processing, amendments, negotiations, and responses.
• Collaborate with HR, compliance, IT, and other departments on contractual issues.
• Consult with technical and project staff on work terms and conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Ability to travel domestically 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

We support diversity and are an Equal Opportunity employer. We offer flexible work options, including remote and hybrid arrangements. The position involves approximately 5% travel. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Background checks and drug testing are conducted as part of our hiring process.