Contracts Administrator Principal

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Contract Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Contract Administration, Contracts, Group Problem Solving, Negotiation, Subcontracts Administration

Certifications:

None

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

No

Job Description:

Apply your expertise to advance the mission and optimize our business strategy as Contracts Administrator Advisor at GDIT.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator.  This Contracts Administrator Advisor will join our Defense Agencies sector contracts team. This position will focus on supporting the Government Operations business area in developing proposals, program contract activities, and customer engagement. The ideal individual will be experienced in administering complex IT contracts and task orders; have expertise in risk and OCI assessments; have an ability to apply strategic solutions to address business and programmatic risks, as well as identifying and analyzing complex contract matters. This position requires a clear communication style with contractual knowledge and strong business and customer acumen.

HOW A CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATOR ADVISOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Ensures contractual compliance with relevant terms and conditions and compliance with designated management objectives
• Work with programs to help identify scope creep and changes
• Negotiates contracts, including price, terms, and conditions, and reviews subsequent contractual documents for legal sufficiency prior to execution
• Serves as point of contact with internal departments concerning specific contract questions, issues, and problems
• Reviews requests for proposals and participates in proposal color reviews
• Reviews and approves solicited and unsolicited proposals for submission to customers
• Reviews and negotiates various types of agreements 
• Interprets contractual work requirements and obligations
• Makes recommendations regarding contract implementation
• Maintains knowledge of relevant contractual procedures and practices
• Participates in special projects as required

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree. In lieu of degree, 12+ years of related in Federal Contracts Administration experience required.
• Required Experience: 8+ years of related Federal Contracts Administration experience
• Required Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
• Required Skills and Abilities: Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as negotiation abilities. Highly experienced with various contract types. Experience supporting award-term contracts. Advanced Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and customer agency supplements. Ability to operate and negotiate independently.
• Preferred Skills and Abilities: DoD DAWIA, CFCM, or other Industry Certification
• Location: This position will require working onsite in our GDIT Falls Church, VA facility
• US Persons required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $94,350 - $127,650. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Falls Church

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IR