Contract Administrator – Government & Commercial Contracting

SRC•Syracuse, NY

15h

About The Position

SRC, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator to support commercial and government contracting activities. The role reviews, interprets, negotiates, and manages customer contracts, including agreements with FAR/DFARS requirements, government flowdowns, and commercial terms. The administrator works with cross-functional teams to promote compliance, mitigate contractual risk, and support proposal development, while building experience in federal contracting, negotiation, and contract compliance. The position supports SRC’s mission-driven work in defense, environment, and intelligence. It is based in Syracuse, New York, is full-time and salaried, requires 2+ years of experience, and includes 10% travel. The successful candidate must meet security clearance eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Must meet security clearance eligibility requirements.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to commercial items and FAR Part 12 procurements.
Experience supporting contracts that blend commercial terms with government contracting requirements.
Familiarity with government flowdowns, FAR/DFARS clauses, and contract compliance principles.

Responsibilities

Administer assigned contracts and manage day-to-day contract activities.
Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, including commercial agreements, purchase orders, and related documents.
Advise internal teams on contractual risk, compliance considerations, and business terms.
Support proposal development by reviewing, submitting, and negotiating customer proposals.
Analyze contract terms and special provisions, including government contracting requirements, under the guidance of senior contracts staff.
Support contracting actions involving commercial items with government flowdowns or regulatory requirements.
Assist contracts leadership with reviewing terms and conditions, special clauses, and FAR/DFARS compliance obligations.
Communicate contract requirements and obligations to program managers, technical teams, and leadership.
Coordinate with program management, finance, manufacturing, and accounting to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
Maintain customer relationships to support seamless business transactions.
Maintain accurate, organized contract files, proposal documentation, and internal databases.
Uphold high ethical standards in contract administration activities.