Senior Subcontracts Administrator

Salary: $125,000–$135,000 annuallyWork Arrangement: On-site with some flexibility

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Subcontracts Administrator to support complex acquisition and subcontracting initiatives within the defense industry. This position will manage the full subcontract lifecycle, from acquisition planning and supplier selection through negotiation, administration, performance management, and closeout.The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in government contracting, FAR/DFARS compliance, supplier negotiations, and subcontract management. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can independently manage complex subcontracting activities while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support critical defense modernization programs.

Key Responsibilities

Subcontract Management & Procurement

• Manage the full lifecycle of complex subcontracts, including acquisition planning, solicitation, negotiation, award, administration, modifications, and closeout.
• Develop and issue Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Quotations (RFQs).
• Evaluate supplier proposals, conduct source selections, and perform cost and price analyses.
• Negotiate subcontract pricing, schedules, terms, and conditions to support program requirements.
• Administer various subcontract types, including Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) and Time & Materials (T&M) agreements.
• Manage subcontract changes, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure subcontracting activities comply with FAR, DFARS, applicable government regulations, and internal policies.
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate subcontract risks related to cost, schedule, supplier performance, and compliance.
• Maintain accurate subcontract documentation and records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits, compliance reviews, and corrective action initiatives.

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned subcontractors, maintaining effective supplier relationships.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, delivery schedules, quality, and contractual obligations.
• Resolve supplier issues, disputes, and performance concerns.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Contracts, Construction, Supply Chain, and other internal departments.
• Provide subcontract status updates, performance reports, and recommendations to management and stakeholders.

Process Improvement & Program Support

• Identify opportunities to improve subcontracting processes, proc