Principal Contract Administrator

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Principal Contract Administrator
The candidate will be responsible for supporting and ensuring compliance with company policies, legal and customer requirements with limited guidance or supervision from the Contracts Manager. Will need to interpret and communicate business commitments and alternatives to the program team and management. This position requires solid foundational knowledge of government contracting methods, applicable laws and regulations and the ability to develop and maintain professional and dependable relationships with both internal and external customers, especially in challenging and sometimes demanding situations. Maintain and demonstrate a thorough understanding of the U.S. government acquisition and procurement environment, commercial contracting methods, export, FAR/DFAR, and other government regulations. Support and lead proposals including analysis of RFPs, prepare summaries and develop strategies and recommendations with attention to financial and business risk, prepare terms and conditions, review technical and pricing proposals for accuracy and consistency, conduct overall business risk analysis and prepare proposal documents for submittal. Research and make recommendations on contract language and seek guidance on complex terms and conditions from higher level contract administrators and managers. May negotiate routine or moderately complex contracts under the general guidance of the Contracts Manager. Perform all aspects of assigned contract processing including, but not limited to, accuracy of order entry data, contract funding, scope changes, contract amendments, receipts and delivery schedules, legal requirements, authorization for contract billings and other commitments. Under the supervision of a contract manager, support the preparation of various agreements encountered in the business, such as non-disclosure agreements (NDA’s), teaming agreements, memorandum of understanding/agreements, strategic alliances and others as the opportunity presents. Participate in final stages of assigned contracts by performing assigned activities associated with contract closeout. Maintain logs of proposals and other data as required and assists in data collection for monthly and quarterly reporting to management. Compile and maintain all required contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and company policies and procedures. Serve as the official repository for all contractual documentation and correspondence relative to assigned contracts. Act as the primary point of contact between the company and the customer for all contractual matters on assigned contracts and projects including auxiliary agreements such as proprietary information agreements. Draft, prepare, and execute certain internal and external correspondence on contractual matters with increasing levels of autonomy but under the supervision of a Contracts Manager, commensurate with experience and demonstrated competence.

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