Peraton is looking for an experienced and driven Contracts Administration Advisor to support our Federal/Civilian Services portfolio to join our dynamic and growing Contracts team. This is a high-impact role where you'll manage a diverse portfolio of government contracts, serve as a trusted advisor to program teams, and play a key part in ensuring mission success from contract award through closeout. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex problems, and want your work to matter — this is the opportunity for you.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a diverse portfolio of contracts across various types, complexities, and sizes — with strong ability to identify and advise program teams on contract cost and performance risk
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships internally and externally — acting as a collaborative team leader who resolves issues quickly and streamlines processes
- Serve as the go-to contractual expert for Project Managers, providing clear guidance on requirements and helping teams navigate challenges with confidence
- Partner closely with internal program teams and/or customers to tackle highly complex challenges and deliver creative, effective solutions
- Advise program team and organizational leadership of contractual rights and obligations; with strong ability to develop and communicate holistic assessments of contract terms/conditions, associated implications and identify/articulate changes
- Monitor program performance for conformance to original proposal and maintains continual reviews to ensure that all terms and conditions are met and that the contract is in accordance with legal requirements, customer specifications, and government regulations.
- Draft and/or revise contract letters (e.g., letters of concern), change agreements and contract performance responses (e.g., self-assessments/rebuttals)
- Execute, facilitate, and/or support effective: program change management behaviors and customer conflict resolution
- Contribute to proposal efforts by assisting with price/cost proposals and narratives
- Analyze, draft, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including Teaming Agreements, NDAs, MOUs, MOAs, and other binding instruments
- Prepare and disseminate information throughout the organization regarding contract status, compliance, modification, deviation, negotiation, and termination.
- Lead contract start-up and closeout processes, ensuring smooth transitions at every stage of the contract lifecycle
- Champion sound business principles that support departmental and divisional goals
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field and 8+ years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience; or 12+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
- Flexibility to support periodic travel to attend on-site meetings at Peraton facilities and/or customer sites
- Self-starter mentality with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and in a team-based environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with both internal and external management, strong research and analysis, and critical thinking skills
- Hands-on experience and working application knowledge of Government contracts and subcontracts under FAR, DFARS, and applicable agency supplements
- Demonstrated experience responding to customer solicitations, participating in proposal and pre-award strategy and review meetings, conducting negotiations, and drafting/finalizing contracts
- Working knowledge of relationship between, and development of, basis of estimates (BOE), work breakdown structure (WBS) and cost and pricing principles
- Proficiency in compliance with, and implementation of, corporate and contract management requirements--with disciplined adherence to policies and procedures
- Experience executing contract closeout — including finalizing outstanding issues, issuing final modifications and invoices, and coordinating contractor performance evaluations
- Must be a US Citizen
Preferred:
- Preference is a candidate residing in the Northern Virginia / Maryland / Washington, DC area
- Deep knowledge of contract types, terms, and conditions
- Familiarity with the basics of commercial contracting frameworks/terms and conditions; with experience negotiating/managing FAR Part 12 contracts, OTAs etc.
- Experience administering Government-wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) vehicles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) tools and familiarity with use of contracts management system/tools
- Familiarity with use of Artificial Intelligence tools in providing contracts management support
- Active Secret or Top Secret clearance is a plus
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience, or 12+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
- Flexibility to support periodic travel to Peraton facilities and customer sites.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and in a team-based environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, research, analysis, and critical-thinking skills.
- Hands-on experience and working knowledge of government contracts and subcontracts under FAR, DFARS, and applicable agency supplements.
- Experience responding to customer solicitations, supporting proposal and pre-award strategy and review meetings, conducting negotiations, and drafting or finalizing contracts.
- Working knowledge of basis of estimates, work breakdown structures, and cost and pricing principles.
- Experience implementing corporate and contract management requirements and adhering to policies and procedures.
- Experience executing contract closeout, including resolving outstanding issues, issuing final modifications and invoices, and coordinating contractor performance evaluations.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Residence in the Northern Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, DC area.
- Deep knowledge of contract types, terms, and conditions.
- Familiarity with commercial contracting frameworks and experience negotiating or managing FAR Part 12 contracts and OTAs.
- Experience administering Government-wide Acquisition Contract vehicles.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with contract management systems and tools.
- Familiarity with artificial intelligence tools used for contracts management support.
- Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
Peraton Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as broad, including medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and specialty programs like virtual physical therapy and surgical/cancer care navigation. Medical coverage is also characterized as a standout part of the overall package in terms of perceived quality.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) with employer matching and is repeatedly positioned as a strong component of total rewards. The 401(k) benefit is frequently singled out as one of the most valued parts of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are positioned as robust, including PTO, holidays, paid sick days, and floating holidays, with some roles offering notably generous accrual. Leave breadth is reinforced by related programs such as short/long-term disability and bereavement leave.
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Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
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