Senior Contract Administrator - Federal Agencies

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Overtime eligibility

Annual bonus

Company cabins

Hybrid work

4/10 schedule

Job summary

Houston Dose seeks a seasoned Federal Contract Administrator to lead cradle-to-grave administration of IDIQs, MATOCs, and related contracts. You will ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, coordinate with program managers, and drive process improvements across lifecycle activities.

In this hybrid role, you’ll mentor staff, support rate proposals, and liaise with federal and state agencies. Candidates should have 7+ years of federal contracting experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Federal Contract Administration experience.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and reporting/flow-down requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and advanced Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of SAM.gov, eSRS, PIEE, CPARS is preferred.
• Experience with government contracting in architect-engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cradle-to-grave contract administration for federal contracts and subcontracts (IDIQs, MATOCs, MSAs, WOs).
• Administer contract types: Firm-Fixed-Price, Cost-Reimbursable, Time-and-Materials, and Lump Sum.
• Develop subcontract agreements with flow-down clauses and ensure compliance.
• Review contracts for FAR/DFARS, regulations, and OLCR requirements.
• Track SBA Mentor-Protégé Program reporting and federal databases (SAM.gov, eSRS, PIEE, CPARS).
• Manage internal contract review/approval (OLCR) and maintain organized contract files.
• Lead development and rollout of Contract Services processes, templates, and best practices; train staff.
• Support lifecycle activities with Federal Program/Project Managers; prepare rate and engineering fee proposals.
• Coordinate teaming with subcontractors; interact with federal/state/local agencies; represent FNI at events.
• Maintain proficiency in federal contracting for A-E industry; stay current on regulations and client requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Collaboration

FAR/DFARS expertise

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PDF editors

Adobe

Bluebeam

Job description

Overview

In this role you will lead cradle-to-grave federal contract administration, supporting IDIQs and MATOCs for government clients. You will partner with program and project managers to ensure compliance and successful delivery, while applying advanced contracting expertise to complex agreements. You will act as a federal contracting subject matter expert, drive continuous improvement, and coach staff. This is a flexible, client-focused opportunity within a multidisciplinary, growth-minded team.

Compensation / Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package
• paid overtime for salaried employees
• annual bonus
• company cabins in Red River, NM and Banner Elk, NC
• hybrid schedule with up to 40% remote work
• alternative 4/10 schedule (day off every other Friday)

Responsibilities

• Lead cradle-to-grave contract administration for multiple federal contracts and subcontracts (IDIQs, MATOCs, MSAs, WOs)
• Administer contract types including Firm-Fixed-Price, Cost-Reimbursable, Time-and-Materials, and Lump Sum
• Develop subcontract agreements with flow-down clauses and ensure compliance
• Review contracts for FAR/DFARS, regulations, and OLCR requirements
• Track SBA Mentor-Protégé Program reporting and federal procurement databases (SAM.gov, eSRS, PIEE, CPARS)
• Manage internal contract review/approval (OLCR) and maintain organized contract files
• Lead development and rollout of Contract Services processes, templates, and best practices; train staff
• Support lifecycle activities with Federal Program/Project Managers; prepare rate and engineering fee proposals
• Coordinate teaming with subcontractors; interact with federal/state/local agencies; represent FNI at events
• Maintain proficiency in federal contracting for A-E industry; stay current on regulations and client requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Key requirements

• United States Citizenship
• Minimum 7 years of Federal Contract Administration experience
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and reporting/flow-down requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; advanced Excel; Word and PDF editors (Adobe/Bluebeam)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and support non-standard/complex contracts
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of SAM.gov, eSRS, PIEE, CPARS is preferred
• Experience with government contracting in architect-engineering preferred

• strong communication
• professional judgment
• collaboration
• FAR/DFARS expertise
• Contract management systems (OLCR)
• SAM.gov, eSRS, PIEE, CPARS