Principal Contract Administrator

Advantage Technical; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Technical is seeking an experienced Principal Contracts Administrator to join our contracts team supporting defense and intelligence programs. The successful candidate will serve as the primary contractual point of contact for assigned programs, advising on contract strategy, execution, risk, compliance, and customer relationships.

The role requires extensive experience administering federal prime contracts and major U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 7-10+ years of federal contract administration/management experience.
• Strong experience supporting U.S. Government prime contracts and major subcontracts.
• Experience administering services contracts.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph required.
• Strong knowledge of FAR and DFARS.
• Experience negotiating terms for services and materials.
• Experience managing FFP, T&M, and Cost-type contracts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contractual advisor and customer-facing point of contact for assigned programs.
• Advise on contract terms, obligations, risks, compliance, and business strategy.
• Administer complex federal contracts throughout the lifecycle.
• Review proposals and documents for compliance with policies and regulations.
• Negotiate terms for services, materials, and program changes.
• Review NDAs, teaming agreements, and other contracts.
• Support bids, negotiations, and new-business opportunities.
• Assist with cost proposals, pricing narratives, and contract changes.
• Manage multiple contract types including FFP, T&M, and Cost-type contracts.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Interpret terms for internal stakeholders.
• Ensure execution complies with FAR/DFARS and internal policies.
• Coordinate with PM, Finance, Legal, and other teams.
• Participate in customer negotiations and relationships with government and prime contractors.
• Maintain accurate contract records and deadlines.

Skills

Federal contracts

Contract negotiation

Risk assessment

Customer relationships

Stakeholder communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Contracts/Finance/Legal Studies

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Location: Preference for candidates near VA or MA; remote candidates may be considered

Clearance: Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph required

Position Overview

Our client, a government contractor supporting defense and intelligence programs, is seeking an experienced Principal Contracts Administrator to serve as a senior member of the Contracts organization.

This individual will act as the primary contractual point of contact for assigned programs, advising Program Management and Integrated Product Teams on contract strategy, execution, risk, compliance, and customer relationships. The position requires extensive experience administering and negotiating federal prime contracts and major U.S. Government subcontracts, particularly services-based programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contractual advisor and customer-facing point of contact for assigned programs.
• Advise Program Management and leadership on contract terms, obligations, risks, compliance, and business strategy.
• Administer complex federal contracts throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Review proposals and contractual documents for compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and government regulations.
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions for services, materials, and program changes.
• Review and negotiate NDAs, Teaming Agreements, and other contractual agreements.
• Support complex bids, proposals, contract negotiations, and new-business opportunities.
• Assist with preparation and review of cost proposals, pricing narratives, modifications, and changes.
• Manage multiple contract types, including FFP, T&M, and Cost-Reimbursable contracts.
• Identify contractual risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve complex contract-performance issues.
• Interpret contract terms and advise internal stakeholders regarding contractual rights and responsibilities.
• Ensure contract execution complies with FAR, DFARS, customer requirements, and internal policies.
• Coordinate closely with Program Management, Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, Operations, and other functional teams.
• Participate in customer negotiations and maintain strong relationships with government and prime-contractor customers.
• Support business-unit planning and program coordination meetings.
• Present contractual options, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Maintain accurate contract records and ensure deadlines, deliverables, and contractual obligations are met.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Contracts, Finance, Legal Studies, or a related field.
• 7-10+ years of federal contract administration/management experience.
• Strong experience supporting U.S. Government prime contracts and/or major government subcontracts.
• Significant experience administering services contracts.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph required.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR and DFARS.
• Experience negotiating contract terms and conditions for services and materials.
• Experience managing FFP, T&M, and Cost-type contracts.
• Experience supporting complex proposals, negotiations, contract modifications, and new-business activities.
• Strong ability to assess contractual risk and develop negotiation and mitigation strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to work directly with government customers, prime contractors, Program Managers, and senior leadership.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple contracts and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting the Intelligence Community or intelligence-related programs.
• Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint.
• Strong cross-functional business and financial acumen.
• Experience working within an Integrated Product Team environment.