Principal Contracts Administrator - Federal Programs

QinetiQ; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US seeks a Principal Contracts Administrator to join the Corporate Contracts and Subcontracts team. This role advises program leadership on contractual issues within an IPT, acts as the main customer POC, and leads contract negotiation and administration for complex bids and government contracts.

The position requires a TS/SCI clearance, experience with federal prime contracts, and strong negotiation and communication skills to protect company interests while supporting new business

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 7-10 years in contract management under federal prime contracts.
• Clearance: TS/SCI with CI polygraph.
• Experience negotiating terms and conditions for services and materials.
• Experience interfacing with internal customers and other functional support staff.
• Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise program leadership within an IPT structure on contractual issues.
• Provide leadership in contract execution and negotiations with customers.
• Assist in preparation and review/approval of cost proposals and narratives for contract proposals and changes.
• Ensure contract compliance with FAR/DFARS and company policies; resolve issues affecting performance.
• Present and discuss options to management to contribute to new and existing business.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

QinetiQ US seeks a Principal Contracts Administrator to join the Corporate Contracts and Subcontracts team. This role advises program leadership on contractual issues within an IPT, acts as the main customer POC, and leads contract negotiation and administration for complex bids and government contracts.

The position requires a TS/SCI clearance, experience with federal prime contracts, and strong negotiation and communication skills to protect company interests while supporting new business