Contracts Administartor

Cherry Bekaert•Lorton, VA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our marquee client is seeking a skilled Contract Administrator to join a leading $400M Government Contractor. This role is critical in managing and overseeing contract lifecycle activities, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and supporting strategic business objectives. The ideal candidate will have experience with government contracting, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across teams to drive operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
4–7 years of experience with T&M, FFP, and cost-reimbursable contracts, including:
Proposal support
Contract development, negotiation, and management
Identifying prime contract flow-down clauses and creating documentation
Familiarity with FAR and ability to research agency supplements
Strong communication skills for internal and external stakeholders
Experience negotiating NDAs and teaming agreements
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to propose innovative solutions
Proficiency in MS Word and Excel

Nice To Haves

Experience as a corporate contracts administrator (not exclusively federal government)
Passion for contracts administration and eagerness to grow professionally
Strong analytical mindset with ability to assess risk and develop creative solutions

Responsibilities

Full lifecycle (“cradle-to-grave”) contracts administration, including preparing and negotiating NDAs and teaming agreements
Negotiate and finalize government contract agreements; provide post-award administration
Ensure program management aligns with contract requirements and company objectives
Interpret and apply FAR/DFAR and agency-specific clauses
Manage multiple contracts and internal stakeholders simultaneously
Review government RFPs, advise on risks, and support proposal development
Negotiate and administer a high volume of contract actions
Communicate issues clearly and propose solutions to contractual challenges
Support supply chain and subcontracts as needed, including customizing templates for unique requirements
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned