Contracts Administration, Advisor

Peraton•,

3d•$104,000 - $166,000

About The Position

Peraton is seeking an experienced Contracts Administration Advisor to support its Federal/Civilian Services portfolio as part of its Contracts team. The role manages a diverse portfolio of government contracts and advises program teams, supporting mission success from contract award through closeout. It requires sound judgment on contractual cost and performance risks, strong customer relationships, and the ability to resolve complex challenges and support compliant contract performance. The position also contributes to proposal efforts, agreement negotiation, contract lifecycle management, and the achievement of departmental and divisional goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field and at least 8 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree and at least 6 years of experience; or at least 12 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Flexibility to travel periodically for on-site meetings at Peraton facilities and/or customer sites.
Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and in a team-based environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external management, along with strong research, analysis, and critical-thinking skills.
Hands-on experience and working knowledge of Government contracts and subcontracts under FAR, DFARS, and applicable agency supplements.
Experience responding to customer solicitations, participating in proposal and pre-award strategy and review meetings, conducting negotiations, and drafting and finalizing contracts.
Working knowledge of the relationship between, and development of, basis of estimates (BOE), work breakdown structure (WBS), and cost and pricing principles.
Proficiency in complying with and implementing corporate and contract management requirements, with disciplined adherence to policies and procedures.
Experience executing contract closeout, including resolving outstanding issues, issuing final modifications and invoices, and coordinating contractor performance evaluations.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Reside in the Northern Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, DC area.
Deep knowledge of contract types, terms, and conditions.
Familiarity with commercial contracting frameworks and terms and conditions, including experience negotiating or managing FAR Part 12 contracts and OTAs.
Experience administering Government-wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) vehicles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite tools (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and familiarity with contracts management systems or tools.
Familiarity with using Artificial Intelligence tools to support contracts management.
Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Manage a diverse portfolio of contracts across different types, complexities, and sizes, identifying and advising program teams on contract cost and performance risks.
Build and maintain customer relationships internally and externally, resolve issues, and streamline processes.
Advise Project Managers on contractual requirements and help teams navigate challenges.
Partner with internal program teams and/or customers to address complex challenges and develop effective solutions.
Advise program teams and organizational leadership on contractual rights and obligations, contract terms and conditions, their implications, and potential changes.
Monitor program performance against the proposal and review compliance with contract terms, legal requirements, customer specifications, and government regulations.
Draft or revise contract letters, change agreements, and contract performance responses, including self-assessments and rebuttals.
Execute, facilitate, or support program change management and customer conflict resolution.
Contribute to proposal efforts by assisting with price/cost proposals and narratives.
Analyze, draft, and negotiate agreements, including Teaming Agreements, NDAs, MOUs, MOAs, and other binding instruments.
Prepare and disseminate information about contract status, compliance, modifications, deviations, negotiations, and termination.
Lead contract start-up and closeout processes.
Promote sound business principles that support departmental and divisional goals.