Contracts Administrator I

Calista Corporation•Huntsville, AL

22d

About The Position

The Contracts Administrator I conducts administration of government and commercial contracts and subcontracts ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Performs all duties of contract administration, including correspondence, documentation, evaluation, financial reporting, related to government contracting. • Participates in the negotiation of contract terms from proposal stage to project close-out in accordance with relevant regulations. • Administers contract awards and modifications for compliance with FAR, DFAR and other regulations. • Participates in the preparation of proposals including pricing and scheduling details and coordination of requirements. • Prepares Consulting Agreements, Non-Disclosure and Teaming Agreements. • Ensures timely processing of technical reports and deliverables. • Participates in special projects as required. • Serves as a liaison with contractors and subcontractors regarding contracting issues. • Interfaces with multiple levels of operations personnel and administrative staff. • Tracks and monitors the execution of tasks. • The Contracts Administrator I may be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, federal regulations, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Good communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to multitask effectively and adapt to change.
Must have the ability to work well with others.
Bachelor’s Degree
Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the contracting field.
Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Performs all duties of contract administration, including correspondence, documentation, evaluation, financial reporting, related to government contracting.
Participates in the negotiation of contract terms from proposal stage to project close-out in accordance with relevant regulations.
Administers contract awards and modifications for compliance with FAR, DFAR and other regulations.
Participates in the preparation of proposals including pricing and scheduling details and coordination of requirements.
Prepares Consulting Agreements, Non-Disclosure and Teaming Agreements.
Ensures timely processing of technical reports and deliverables.
Participates in special projects as required.
Serves as a liaison with contractors and subcontractors regarding contracting issues.
Interfaces with multiple levels of operations personnel and administrative staff.
Tracks and monitors the execution of tasks.
May be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.