Contracts Administrator, Lead

Overview

This organization is seeking a Lead Contracts Administrator to support the contracts function on a temporary, part-time basis.

The role administers all phases of the contract lifecycle, with emphasis on work before award. Responsibilities include preparing, reviewing, negotiating, and managing proposals as needed, as well as administering contracts and subcontracts with government agencies, teaming partners, and consultants. This position also manages suppliers and vendors, and supports prime contracts and complex negotiations with guidance from leadership.

Priority tasks for this engagement include contract administration, subcontract renewals and certifications, and support for the organization’s corporate audit.

The ideal candidate is an experienced federal contracts professional who can step in quickly, manage a defined workload with minimal ramp up, and deliver results within a short engagement.

Work Schedule

• Remote (100%)
• 20 hours per week
• November 16, 2026 through January 15, 2027

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, current contract records and documentation.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to execute contracts and track key milestones and deadlines.
• Prepare, send, and monitor correspondence on contractual obligations; keep contract files complete and meet all monthly, quarterly, and annual contract reporting requirements on time.
• Complete subcontract renewals, including review of terms, flow down clauses, and required updates.
• Prepare, update, and submit required company certifications and representations.
• Gather and organize contract documentation in response to audit requests; identify and correct gaps in contract files.
• Administer the contract lifecycle from start through close out, ensuring compliance with company policy, legal requirements, and industry regulations.
• Work with Finance, Growth, Proposals, and project management to draft, review, and negotiate contracts.
• Support the contracts sections of proposals in partnership with Growth and Proposal teams.
• Negotiate NDAs, teaming agreements, contracts, subcontracts, and supplier agreements with guidance from leadership; manage review, drafting, issuing, flow down, and interpretation of contract documents.
• Draft, review, and negotiate vendor agreements, service contracts, and confidentiality agreements.
• Analyze contracts to identify risks, discrepancies, and improvements; recommend actions to management.
• Serve as the point of contact between internal departments and external parties during negotiations.
• Work across departments to streamline contract processes and improve efficiency.
• Report contract status, obligations, risks, and proposed solutions to project teams, the Project Management Office (PMO), Accounting, HR, Talent Acquisition, IT, and management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience managing the full contract and subcontract lifecycle for a government contractor or in a similar role.
• Experience creating, negotiating, reviewing, and tracking contract documents before and after award, through execution and close out.
• Experience managing Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Materials (T&M), and cost type contracts.
• Ability to use data to track contract performance, inform decisions, and report metrics.
• Ability to think critically and analytically, and apply policies, processes, and procedures to manage contract services.
• Strong relationship management skills and experience supporting internal stakeholders, customers, partners, consultants, and suppliers.
• Availability to work 20 hours per week from November 16, 2026 through January 15, 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with General Services Administration (GSA) tools, including GSA eBuy, GSA Advantage, and the eOffer/eMod portal; maintaining price lists, adding Special Item Numbers (SINs), and uploading through online portals.
• Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM), or a comparable contracts or pricing certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Projected compensation range: $55/hour to $60/hour (benchmarked in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area).
• The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.
• Salary is determined by role, location, education/training, knowledge, skills, competencies, certifications, and work experience.

Benefits include a competitive, comprehensive package with:

• Health insurance options (medical, dental, vision)
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plan contributions
• Paid leave and federal holidays
• Professional development
• Lifestyle benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Data/Scam Notice

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Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruiting

Automated technologies may be used to support parts of the recruiting and hiring process (e.g., resume review, candidate matching, interview scheduling, skills assessment, and administrative functions). AI-assisted tools support screening activities and do not independently determine employment outcomes; final hiring decisions are made by trained hiring professionals after a comprehensive review of each candidate’s qualifications.