Contracts Administrator ll

Job Summary:

The Contracts Administrator II is a mid-level position that will work under the direction of a Contracts Manager and will be involved with activities required for developing and maintaining contracts for various products and services from proposal development through product/service delivery and then final closeout of the contract.

This person will have the skills to conduct proposal preparation, contract administration, and customer contact activities.

This person will provide for the proper contract fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.

The Contract Administrator II will have the ability to interpret terms and conditions of a contract as well as monitor performance against contract requirements and obligations.

Responsibilities and Tasks


* Under the direction of a Contract Manager, will apply the skills to maintain contracts for various products and services from proposal development through product/service delivery and final closeout of the contract.


* Participates in proposal preparation, support of contract negotiations, contract administration, and customer contact activities to ensure proper contract fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.


* The Contract Administrator II, as part of the business team, during contract negotiations with the customer, will advise management of contractual rights and obligations and then recommend actions to mitigate contract risk.


* During contract performance, the Contract Administrator II will interpret terms and conditions and monitor the performance against contract requirements and obligations.


* As part of the proposal preparation process, the Contract Administrator II will examine estimates of material, equipment, services, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules for accuracy, completeness, and ensure that it meets the requirements of government regulations.


* Essential functions include, but are not limited to, producing contractual letters, narratives for contract changes, participating in contract negotiations, contractual interpretation of order requirements and agreements, billing support, upkeep of assigned contract files, and tracking all internal/external contractual obligations.


* Other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Education, Experience/Knowledge & License/Certification


* A bachelor's degree is required


* Specific Degree Field Preferred: Business Administration


* 3-5 years of functional (using skill set) experience is required


* 1-3 years of industry experience is required


* Knowledge of and experience with Government Contracting


* Knowledge of and experience with Contract Terms and Conditions (FAR & DFAR)


* Previous experience with the negotiation process


* Strong oral and written communication skills required


* Team Player with good interpe...