Senior Contracts Administrator

ERG

$115K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Alexandria, VA
Legal & Accounting
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 12+ years of contract administration experience, especially with government contracts
  • Preferred experience as a prime contractor in professional services
  • Familiarity with GSA Multiple Award Schedules and federal contracting
  • Expertise in proposal pricing and negotiation
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office and Adobe
  • Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and contract types

Responsibilities

  • Administer contracts from proposal through to closeout
  • Collaborate with internal teams and clients for contract execution
  • Advise senior management on risk and compliance
  • Create and drive competitive proposals
  • Research and improve contract policies and practices
  • Mentor junior staff in contract best practices
  • Support accurate and timely contract closeouts

Benefits

  • Supportive training and development initiatives
  • Opportunity for mentorship and professional growth
  • Engagement in complex and diverse contractual activities
  • Chance to strengthen partnerships with clients
  • Work in a fast-paced environment
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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