Contracts Administrator

Noblis is seeking an experienced and motivated Contracts Administrator.  Under limited direction, this position requires coordination and collaboration with program management, project control, subcontracts & procurement, accounting, legal and HR to ensure the successful and compliant execution of assigned contracts. 

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Advising management of contractual rights and obligations and providing interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Ensuring all key stakeholders understand key contract terms and obligations.
• Identifying contract issues and providing leadership recommendations for possible solutions
• Participating in and leading negotiating and modifying standard contracts and assisting in negotiating and modifying non-standard contracts/subcontracts.
• Reviewing, drafting as necessary, and negotiating terms and conditions of non-disclosure, teaming, license, and memorandum of understanding agreements.
• Maintaining an awareness of regulatory changes and their impact on contracts and subcontracts.
• Maintaining, analyzing, updating, and developing various electronic and hard copy records.
• Making internal presentations and acting as a contact with customers and outside organizations.
• Being responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Demonstrating detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of government/commercial/international contract administration principles, concepts, and practices as well as comprehensive contract/subcontract management and leadership skills.

Hybrid Position  - The candidate is required to come into the office in Reston/Washington DC as well as customer site to support meetings as needed.

Required minimum skills and knowledge:

• Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of experience in a government contracting environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Experience with all contract types including, FFP and T&M.
• Must possess a solid foundation of knowledge and be proficient in the proposal process and the management of contracts throughout the life cycle.
• Candidates must also possess an understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Acquisition Management System (AMS) procurement clauses and prescriptions. 
• Experienced in negotiations with government and industry.
• Knowledge and experience with managing IDIQ contracts.
• Experience supporting a variety of federal customers, particularly Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Civilian contracts.
• Experience supporting multiple programs/internal customers simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of and experience with standard word-processing, database, spreadsheet programs and integrated software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint among others).

Desired skills and knowledge:

• Recent experience working with Salesforce and Deltek Costpoint.

• Experience supporting FAA Contracts.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organization, prioritization and problem-solving skills.
• Team Player with lean-forward attitude.
• Must be a self-starter.
• Ability to effectively multi-task, manage time, prioritize workload, and work under firm and quick turnaround deadlines.
• Strong analytic skills.

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

*Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Noblis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race (as well as because of or on the basis of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Noblis is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Noblis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact employee-relations@noblis.org.