Contracts Administrator

The Contracts Administrator supports contract administration/management and closeout for a portfolio of complex government contracts. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience or an aptitude to leverage technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and/or automation tools to help drive efficiencies, improve workflow, and reduce risk in the contracts department.  This position requires the ability to work in our North Bethesda, MD office 5 days/week. 

Responsibilities: 

• Draft, negotiate, and manage a variety of contractual documents, including NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Prime/Subcontracts, and Vendor Agreements.

• Create and maintain accurate contract records in contract management database, ensuring data integrity in accordance with corporate policy and federal contracting requirements.

• Ensure all contract actions are executed in accordance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards.

• Leverage existing and/or identify new technologies to help drive departmental efficiencies and improve cross-functional workflows with other departments.

• Stay informed on emerging Artificial Intelligence trends and other technologies related to contracts to help recommend strategies for performing functional tasks better, smarter, and faster.

• Prepare documentation and assist and/or lead prime contract/task order kickoff meetings with internal program personnel.

• Monitor subcontractor and vendor compliance, performance, and deliverables.

• Assist with managing contract management tools and identify areas of improvement for automation where applicable.

• Support ongoing internal audits, reporting, and other contract-related initiatives as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline.

• 1-3 years of experience managing federal government contracts.

• Demonstrated experience with or aptitude for AI and/or Technology focused solutions.

• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS).

• Hands-on experience with various contract types (T&M, FFP, Cost-Reimbursable, etc.).

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey contract terms and implications to stakeholders.

• High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint; experience with contract lifecycle management tools is a plus.

• Organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Ability to work in our Rockville, MD office 5 days/week. 

If you have a sharp eye for detail, a passion for contract compliance, and a knack for keeping complex processes organized and on track, we’d love to hear from you.