Strategic Contracts Lead | Remote-Friendly

ERG; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote and hybrid options

Job summary

ERG is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to lead full lifecycle contracts from proposal to closeout, advising clients and internal teams on risk and compliance. The role focuses on complex government contracts, pricing, and strategy, leveraging prime contractor experience to strengthen partnerships.

You will mentor junior staff, support policy development, and drive compliant, competitive proposals in a fast-paced environment. Strong technical skills and a proactive mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 12+ years of contract administration for federal/state/local gov projects; prime contractor experience preferred.
• Familiarity with FAR and contract types (CPFF, T&M, FFP) and pricing analysis.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, and Adobe for creating and editing docs.
• Experience with government contracting systems and maintaining compliance.

Responsibilities

• Administer contracts across full lifecycle: proposal through closeout.
• Advise management on risk, compliance, and contract strategy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver contract support.
• Prepare, negotiate, and analyze cost and pricing proposals.
• Maintain procurement policies and department processes.
• Mentor junior staff and support training initiatives.
• Research and implement contract-related best practices.
• Direct contract closeout activities ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Guide proposal development to ensure competitive and compliant submissions.
• Support internal stakeholders and clients with contract governance.

Skills

Excel

Word

Adobe

FAR knowledge

CPFF, T&M, FFP

Deltek Costpoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Deltek Costpoint ERP

Job description

ERG is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to lead full lifecycle contracts from proposal to closeout, advising clients and internal teams on risk and compliance. The role focuses on complex government contracts, pricing, and strategy, leveraging prime contractor experience to strengthen partnerships.

You will mentor junior staff, support policy development, and drive compliant, competitive proposals in a fast-paced environment. Strong technical skills and a proactive mindset are essential.