Contract Admin Specialist

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical or business-related field.
  • At least 4 years of relevant experience in government contracts.
  • Willingness to work at the Chantilly location, potentially full-time based on client needs.
  • Experience in acquisition planning and financial analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide general support for contract administration activities.
  • Prepare data-call responses for government approval processes.
  • Generate reports as requested by the Contracting Officer and team leads.
  • Ensure adherence to contract policies and performance standards.
  • Interface with financial management systems like FIRsT and NEAR Reports.
  • Maintain compliant contract file management according to regulations.
  • Create and modify contracts in EPX, including necessary negotiation documents.
  • Conduct market research to identify potential sources and prepare reports.
  • Analyze cash flow considerations for acquisitions and recommend contract types.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on professional development.
  • Exposure to various financial management systems and government contracting procedures.
  • Opportunity to work closely with senior contracting officers and leadership teams.
  • Potential for hands-on experience in acquisition planning and market research.
  • Engagement in diverse projects that enhance negotiation and financial analysis skills.
Full Job Description
Overview

SPA has an immediate need for a Contract Admin Specialist.

Responsibilities

The key duties associated with this role include but are not limited to the following:

  • Provide general contract administration support.
  • Prepare data-call responses for Government approval.
  • Prepare reports as directed by the CO, Team Chief, or Senior Contracting Officer.
  • Adhere to contract policies, procedures, methods, operating practices, and performance standards for areas of responsibility.
  • Interface with specific financial management systems such as FIRsT, NEAR Reports, and other financial management tools.
  • Maintain contract files in accordance with all required regulations.
  • Prepare contract award and modifications in accordance with NAM/FAR for CO review/signature into EPX, to include identifying appropriate solicitation and contract clauses.
  • Develop, edit, review, and maintain all contractual documentations, such as pre-negotiation and price negotiation memorandums, SOWs, Justifications and Approvals (J&A), acquisition plans, and other acquisition/contracting documents.
  • Collect and analyze relevant market information from Government and non-Government sources in order to identify possible sources; prepare Market Research reports.
  • Analyze and document cash flow consideration for acquisition.
  • Analyze customer requirements and recommend the appropriate contract type that meets all statutory requirements.
  • Recommend appropriate contracting methods based on customer requirement.
  • Identify the appropriate method to publicizing procurement.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
    • Please discuss specific polygraph requirements with an SPA Talent Acquisition professional
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical or business related discipline
  • Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in the contracts field supporting the government with desired experience with contracts
  • Reports to Chantilly work location, up to full-time, based upon the needs of the client

Desired Qualification:

  • Experience with acquisition planning, serving as business advisor to muliple customers
  • Perform cost, financial analysis, and negotiation of terms in the field of acquisition, contracting procurement , project management, and finacial management

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Pay Transparency Range: 120k - 150k

Pay Range InformationAt SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $120,000.00/Yr. - USD $150,000.00/Yr.

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