Contract Administrator

The Contracts Administrator is responsible for, but not limited to, performing all procedures necessary for coordinating the preparation, consolidation, and analyses of corporate legal documents to include NDA, TA, Subcontracts and contracts management per SRE's ISO 9001:2015 registration for Strategic Resolution Experts (SRE).

Duties associated with this role may include, but are not limited to:

• Interfacing with senior managers on interpretation of requirements.
• Assessing and tendering recommendations on risk assumption.
• Assisting in developing pricing strategies, preparing cost proposals, and conducting negotiations.
• Monitoring contract progress and cost performance relative to plan.
• Preparing and administering contracts and subcontracts and related documentation.
• Assisting in the preparation and processing of contract proposals to contract analysts.
• Planning, coordinating, and administering activities of assigned programs to include developing, implementing, and supervising related procedures, processes, services, and systems.
• Establishing and maintaining tracking system for monitoring various contracts to include modifications, period of performance, deliverables, and closeout.
• Establishing and maintaining and ISO 9001:2015 and DCAA compliant Supplier Management System.

Must be US Citizen and Clearable

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. 

Skills:

• Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulations (including DFAR and SCA), contract administration practices and procedures, contract types, contract terms and conditions.
• Knowledge of defense contracting and documentation requirements (DCAA, FAR, DFARS)
• Knowledge of research techniques used in collecting, tabulating, evaluating, and presenting data.
• Knowledge of word processing, database, spreadsheet, and accounting software applications.
• Knowledge of accounting principles.
• Skill in analyzing and responding to federal government solicitations, proposal pricing and contract administration.
• Skill in, and advanced expertise, with Microsoft Office.
• Skill in creating and improving processes.
• Skill in project reporting on various contract types (Fixed Price, Time & Material, Cost Plus).
• Skill in defining problems, conducting research, collecting data, establishing facts, drawing valid conclusions, and formulating recommendations.
• Ability to operate a personal computer.
• Ability to review and analyze solicitation (RFP, RFI, RFQ, etc.) documentation.
• Ability to resolve contract administration problems by applying various methodologies and deciding between several alternative solutions.
• Ability to accurately prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Ability to be well-organized and self-directed.
• Ability to apply and demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to provide guidance and accurate information.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations, special studies, and project reports.
• Ability to maintain a harmonious and effective working relationship with SRE employees and federal contracting industry staff.
• Ability to work well with groups and executive-level decision-makers within the federal contracting industry.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally, including making presentations to C-level executives.
• Ability to uphold high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.

Experience: Five (5) years of professional contracts administration experience.

Preferred: Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM) strongly desired. 

Compensation:

The estimated salary range for this position is estimated to be $65,000 - $120,000/year. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. SRE considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. Additionally, SRE adheres to all state and federal requirements regarding salary to ensure compliance with applicable labor laws. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SRE’s total compensation package for employees.

Work Environment: 

The primary work location of this position is Washington D.C. Metro area, remote work is allowed but not guaranteed. If you live outside the commutable area, travel expenses are not reimbursed to the primary work location.

EEO Commitment:

SRE employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.  These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, pay equity, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, SRE also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.