Job Description
Position Summary
Centurum, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Contracts Administrator to manage Federal Government prime contracts and subcontract agreements. The Contracts Administrator is responsible for cradle-to-grave contract administration, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, Federal regulations, and company policies throughout the contract lifecycle. This position partners with Program Management, Business Development, Finance, and senior leadership to support proposal development, contract negotiations, contract performance, and successful program execution.
The ideal candidate will have experience administering U.S. Government contracts and possess a strong working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and GSA Schedule contracting.
- Administer Federal Government prime contracts and subcontract agreements throughout the entire contract lifecycle, from proposal support and contract award through contract closeout.
- Monitor contract requirements, funding, deliverables, milestones, and performance to ensure contractual obligations are met.
- Review, interpret, and administer contract terms and conditions, modifications, task orders, and subcontract agreements.
- Provide guidance to management regarding contractual rights, obligations, risks, and compliance requirements.
- Review current and future contracts and advise management on contractual rights and obligations.
- Monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual terms, legal requirements, and company policies.
- Identify contract performance issues and recommend appropriate corrective actions and risk mitigation strategies.
- Analyze cost estimates, pricing, labor, material, equipment, and production costs in support of proposals, negotiations, and contract modifications.
- Support contract negotiations and pricing activities within a U.S. Government contracting environment.
- Prepare, review, and administer contract modifications, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements, and other contractual documents.
- Maintain complete, accurate, and organized contract files, official records, and correspondence.
- Work proactively with Program Management to resolve contract administration issues and support successful contract execution.
- Serve as the primary liaison with Contracting Officers, Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), subcontractors, and other Government personnel regarding contract administration and financial matters.
- Advise senior management on Government procurement regulations, contractual requirements, and interpretation of contract provisions.
- Assist with proposal preparation for Government and commercial solicitations.
- Review Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quotation (RFQs), and solicitation documents to ensure proposals comply with customer requirements and company policies.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Federal procurement regulations, including FAR, DFARS, CAS, GSA Schedule requirements, and other contractual obligations.
- Support internal and external audits and provide required contract documentation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, Legal Studies, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in U.S. Government contract administration.
- Experience administering contracts from award through closeout (cradle-to-grave).
- Experience with contract negotiation, pricing, and cost analysis.
- Experience supporting proposal preparation and reviewing Government solicitations.
- Experience reviewing and administering NDAs, Teaming Agreements, subcontract agreements, and contract modifications.
- Strong working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and GSA Schedule contracting.
- Knowledge of Federal procurement policies and Government contracting practices.
- Ability to interpret complex contractual language and provide practical business guidance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Benefits
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits enrollment from their date of hire:
- Health Insurance - Centurum provides insurance for employee and dependent in a comprehensive package. Coverage for vision care is included. This option is available on a cost-sharing basis.
- Dental Insurance - Available in conjunction with Health Insurance for an additional cost. Provides oral maintenance care for employee and dependent.
- Basic Life Insurance - Company provided benefit for all full-time employees.
- Supplemental Life Insurance - Optional life insurance coverage to employees at group rates.
- Dependant Life Insurance - Optional coverage for dependents at a group rate.
- Long Term Disability Insurance - Optional coverage available to employees at group rates.
- Vacation and Sick Leave - Leave accrual is determined by length of service.
- Holidays - The company observes ten paid holidays each year.
- Retirement 401(k) Plan - Centurum’s corporate benefits package includes 401K with a company bi-weekly match and a year-end profit sharing company match for all eligible employees. Investments can be made into selected funds under this plan.
Centurum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing employment opportunities for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by U.S. law. Centurum makes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Mclean, VA |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Aerospace and Defense |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Website | http://www.centurum.com/ |
About Company
At Centurum, we have forged a new company with a long and storied history of innovation across our five core capability areas.
For 40 years, we have been at the center of the effort to build and deploy new systems that enable government to operate and communicate more effectively—at home and around the globe. Today, we have a new name, but a decades-old mission: to arm you with advanced technical expertise and groundbreaking tools that foster a change in your ability to achieve mission success.
Who We Are
Centurum combines the proven talents of our three operating entities, TECHPLAN Corporation, TDS Incorporated, and Klein and Stump Incorporated into an organization uniquely capable of providing the Department of Defense and other federal government agencies with solutions to meet their business needs and support our warfighters every step of the way.
Centurum is large enough to deliver comprehensive mission-critical services that the government relies on—yet small enough to listen, care, and respond rapidly. We have just over 400 employees, all trained to be nimble and responsive to our customers. No other company of this size can provide what we deliver—solutions across the Network Centric Enterprise . At the same time, the percentage of our employees holding top-level security clearances is larger than some major consulting firms.
What We Do
Centurum delivers solutions for net-centric military, intelligence, and civilian agencies. Our long-term focus is on providing end-to-end solutions, across the entire system lifecycle. We specialize in providing advanced solutions within five core capability areas:
Why We're Different
Centurum is a different kind of company. A trusted partner. A corporate team that stands behind its commitments. Seasoned professionals with a deep understanding of your unique challenges and goals…an unwavering focus on exceeding your expectations and ensuring your success…and a track record of delivering end-to-end IT solutions.
For 40 years, we have been at the center of the effort to build and deploy new systems that enable government to operate and communicate more effectively—at home and around the globe. Today, we have a new name, but a decades-old mission: to arm you with advanced technical expertise and groundbreaking tools that foster a change in your ability to achieve mission success.
Who We Are
Centurum combines the proven talents of our three operating entities, TECHPLAN Corporation, TDS Incorporated, and Klein and Stump Incorporated into an organization uniquely capable of providing the Department of Defense and other federal government agencies with solutions to meet their business needs and support our warfighters every step of the way.
Centurum is large enough to deliver comprehensive mission-critical services that the government relies on—yet small enough to listen, care, and respond rapidly. We have just over 400 employees, all trained to be nimble and responsive to our customers. No other company of this size can provide what we deliver—solutions across the Network Centric Enterprise . At the same time, the percentage of our employees holding top-level security clearances is larger than some major consulting firms.
What We Do
Centurum delivers solutions for net-centric military, intelligence, and civilian agencies. Our long-term focus is on providing end-to-end solutions, across the entire system lifecycle. We specialize in providing advanced solutions within five core capability areas:
- Network Engineering
- Systems Integration
- Systems Engineering and Design
- Information Operations
- Operational Support
Why We're Different
Centurum is a different kind of company. A trusted partner. A corporate team that stands behind its commitments. Seasoned professionals with a deep understanding of your unique challenges and goals…an unwavering focus on exceeding your expectations and ensuring your success…and a track record of delivering end-to-end IT solutions.
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