Government Contracts Administrator - Macomb, MI

Lincoln Electric•Euclid, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Government Contracts Administrator is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of U.S. government contracts and subcontracts, including RFIs, RFQs, renewals, reporting, and compliance. This role serves as a key liaison between the company’s U.S. business entities, in combination with the Legal department, and government contracting stakeholders, ensuring adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements while supporting strategic business decisions. This position is onsite, based in Macomb, MI.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in government contract administration; Department of Defense experience preferred.
Experience in contract lifecycle management and government contracting requirements.
Ability to advise on contract formation, compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
Must be able to interpret contract language, clauses and differentiate customer clauses vs. government required clauses.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels of leadership.
Collaborative mindset with strong stakeholder engagement capabilities.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Must be familiar with DFARS, FARS and/or FedRAMP contract language and clauses.
Must be familiar with ITAR, EAR and CMMC requirements.
Four year degree in Business Administration, Language (English), Paralegal Studies or related or 10 + equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Experience creating and implementing clause matrices a PLUS

Responsibilities

Conduct initial review of government RFQs, RFIs, contracts, and subcontracts.
Review, negotiate, and communicate contract requirements across business functions.
Advise internal teams on statutory obligations, compliance requirements, and recommended contract modifications.
Coordinate and manage compliance reports, benchmarks, and performance metrics.
Oversee contract lifecycle management including renewals, terminations, and reporting deadlines.
Analyze solicitations and contracts to ensure compliance with regulatory and business requirements.
Advise on contractual and compliance obligations for new business opportunities.
Identify contractual risks and recommend solutions.
Complete customer-requested representations and certifications.
Ensure quality control and compliance through audits and process reviews.
Escalate issues appropriately within the organization.
Prepare, maintain, and manage contract documentation, correspondence, and internal approvals.
Maintain accurate records of contractual and program documentation.
Support government registration activities and audit readiness.
Assist procurement with subcontractor flow-down activities.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment.
Negotiate terms with customers as assigned.
Communicate contract policies and practices to internal teams.
Perform additional duties as assigned.