Contract Administrator (Remote)

$61,200 - $107,100/Yr

Missile Defense Agency - Mobile, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Mobile, AL

National Security and International Affairs

About the position

Parsons is seeking a Contract Administrator to manage contract administration assignments for projects valued between $1 million and $50 million, primarily for domestic clients. This role involves reviewing and drafting contracts, participating in negotiations, ensuring compliance with contractual terms, and collaborating with various departments to support project success.

Responsibilities

• Perform contract administration assignments for projects with constructed values typically in the $20 to $50 million range.
• Review client contracts to identify risks and ensure conformity with company policy.
• Draft contracts for Architecture/Engineering and Construction Management projects.
• Propose alternative language and clauses to client contracts based on sound contracting approaches.
• Participate in negotiations, explaining positions and resolving business-related matters.
• Monitor and administer business provisions of contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with colleagues across organizational lines to obtain necessary business information for projects.
• Support the development of contract and task order proposals, managing contract workflow and record keeping.
• Prepare letters to clients advising of critical contract information and requesting approvals.
• Monitor project expenditures versus contract costs and funding limitations, submitting client notification letters as required.
• Identify and recommend solutions to contract problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of contract administration experience.
• Working knowledge of industry business practices and contract administration principles.
• Exposure to contract negotiations, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and the Defense Supplement to FAR.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of PC software packages associated with contract administration.
• Ability to obtain a US DoD Security Clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Security Clearance

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid holidays