Senior Contracts Administrator

ERG

$115K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 12+ years of contract administration experience, particularly with federal, state, or local government contracts
  • Preferred experience as a federal government prime contractor in professional services
  • Familiarity with GSA Multiple Award Schedules, U.S. EPA, and DoD contracting is advantageous
  • Expertise in proposal pricing and contract negotiation
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe
  • Solid understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and various contract types

Responsibilities

  • Administer contracts through the entire lifecycle, from proposal to closeout
  • Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams for comprehensive contract support
  • Advise senior management on risk and compliance issues
  • Partner with technical leads to develop competitive proposals
  • Conduct research and analysis for continuous improvement of policies and procedures
  • Mentor junior team members in contracting best practices
  • Prepare and negotiate cost and pricing proposals, including profitability analyses

Benefits

  • Opportunity to mentor and guide junior professionals
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Access to training and development initiatives
  • Involvement in policy and procedure development
  • Engagement in high-stakes contract management
Full Job Description
ERG is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator to support the full lifecycle of contracts-from proposal development through administration and closeout. In this role, you will serve as a key advisor to both clients and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance, manage risk, and drive successful contract execution. In this senior-level position, you will leverage your expertise to guide complex contract activities, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the continued development of the Contracts Department. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, professional with prime contractor experience who thrives in a fast-paced, proactive environment and enjoys solving complex contractual challenges. Join us to play a key role in delivering high-quality outcomes and strengthening client partnerships.

Job Description:

  • Administer federal, state, and/or local contracts across the full lifecycle, including proposal preparation, negotiation, administration, and closeout
  • Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams (technical, business development, subcontracts, and accounting) to deliver comprehensive contract support
  • Advise senior management on contractual risk, compliance matters, and contract strategy
  • Partner with technical and business leads to drive compliant, competitive proposals
  • Conduct contracts-related research and analysis and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of contract department policies, procedures, and best practices
  • Support training and development initiatives within the Contracts Department
  • Directly prepare, analyze, and negotiate cost and pricing proposals, including profitability analyses and risk assessments
  • Implement and uphold procurement policies, procedures, and best practices
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior contract professionals, supporting their development and knowledge of contracting best practices
  • Support contract closeout activities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of outstanding items


Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum of 12 years of contract administration experience supporting federal, state, and/or local government contracts; experience as a federal government prime contractor in professional services preferred
  • Experience with GSA Multiple Award Schedules, U.S. EPA, and/or DoD contracting is a plus (experience with other federal agencies welcome)
  • Demonstrated expertise in proposal pricing, contract negotiation, and problem solving
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe
  • Solid understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and contract types, including CPFF, T&M, FFP
  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint ERP is a plus
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and proactive problem-solving skills


$115,000 - $130,000 a year

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