Contracts Administrator

Eastern Research Group Inc

Arlington, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85,000–$115,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Adobe Product Family, Best Practices, Business Development, Communication Skills, Consulting, Contract Close-Out, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Cost Analysis, Cross-Functional, Deltek Costpoint, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Establish Priorities, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Government, Government Administrative Support, Government Contracts, Health Economics, Local Government, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Services, Profit & Loss Analysis, Proposal Development, Proposal Writing, Public Health, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Arlington, VA
POSTED
12 days ago

Contracts Administrator

Fairfax, VA / Alexandria, VA / Arlington, VA / Washington, DC

Contracts - Contracts Administration /

Full Time /

Remote

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ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking a Contract Administrator to support the full lifecycle of contracts-from proposal development through administration and closeout. In this role, you will serve as a trusted partner to both clients and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance, manage risk, and drive successful contract execution. 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.

Why ERG?

At ERG, we cultivate a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to contribute ideas, take ownership of their work, and make a measurable impact. We support flexible work arrangements-including remote and hybrid options-and invest in our team through ongoing professional development and opportunities for career advancement.

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
  • Ensure compliance with contract terms and regulatory requirements
  • Partner with technical and business leads to drive compliant, competitive proposals
  • Directly prepare, analyze, and negotiate cost and pricing proposals, including profitability analyses and risk assessments
  • Implement and uphold procurement policies, procedures, and best practices
  • Support contract closeout activities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of outstanding items

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum of 5 years of contract administration experience supporting federal, state, and/or local governments); experience as a 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 (CPFF, T&M, FFP)
  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint ERP is a plus
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and proactive problem-solving skills

$85,000 - $115,000 a year

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If you're a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG's online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [email protected] or call (781) 674-7293.

ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

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About the Company

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Eastern Research Group Inc

Helping our clients protect the environment, improve worker health and safety, ensure the safety of food and drugs, plan sustainable facilities, and achieve other positive outcomes. ERG offer's an atmosphere of respect, where everyone at all levels is treated with kindness and compassion. How does this work? We look for people with similar goals, skills, and dedication to client service. We look for people who embrace our collaborative philosophy. In this atmosphere, our employees can develop, grow, and diversify their skills. They can participate on project teams that pull together different specialties and strengths to meet specific client needs. One key result of this philosophy is that we have very low turnover of staff. The atmosphere of respect that we apply internally extends in equal measure to client relationships. We listen to and learn about our clients’ goals. We develop and implement practical, cost-effective plans to meet those goals. And we make ourselves available and responsive to changing needs and priorities.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Engineering Services
WEBSITE
http://www.erg.com/jobs