Contracts Administrator Principal

General Dynamics Information Technology•Falls Church, VA

4d•$124,092 - $124,093•Onsite

About The Position

GDIT is currently seeking a Contracts Administrator Principal to join our team. The candidate is expected to have extensive experience in managing a full range of contracts in support of the U.S. Department of War. GDIT is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, contract management, public administration, or related field
8+ years of experience administering U.S. Government contracts
Experience supporting DoW and/or Federal Government contracts
Experience with contract negotiations, modifications, proposal support, and contract administration
Experience interpreting and apply contractual terms, FAR, and applicable agency supplements.
Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DFARs, and other agency supplements, as applicable.
Strong understanding of government contract administration principles and practices
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to negotiate contractual matters with customers and business partners
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across functional organizations
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound business judgement
Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Experience using contract management systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

Administers a broad portfolio of U.S. Government prime contract, task orders, modifications, and subcontracts throughout the contract lifecycle
Reviews and negotiates contractual terms and conditions while ensuring compliance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), agency supplements, and company policies
Supports proposal activities by reviewing solicitations, identifying contractual risks, preparing contract exceptions, and ensuring proposal compliance
Advises program management on contractual requirements, obligations, risks, and business considerations
Drafts, reviews, and negotiates non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, and other contractual documents
Coordinates contract awards, modifications, funding actions, and close-out activities with internal and external stakeholders
Provides contractual guidance to program managers, finance procurement, pricing, legal, and business development organizations
Reviews customer correspondence and prepares contractual responses, notification, and other required documentation
Maintains contract files, records, and reporting in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements
Participates in customer meetings, negotiations, program reviews, and internal management briefings as required
Identified contractual risk and recommends practical solutions that support both customer requirements and business objectives
Ensures contract actions are completed accurately and within established deadlines
Coordinates approval of negotiations, contracts, and subcontracts with appropriate management staff
Maintains current knowledge of acquisition regulations, contractual practices, and industry trends
May provide guidance mentorship to less experienced contracts professionals
Performs other related duties and special projects assigned

Benefits

401K with company match
variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
dental plan options
a vision plan
full flex work weeks where possible
a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time
holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
short and long-term disability benefits
life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance