Senior Advisor, Contracts Administration

Peraton

. Manage a diverse portfolio of government contracts across various types, complexities, and sizes .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $112,000 - $179,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing government contracts, including drafting, negotiating, and executing contract terms while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for advising program teams and leadership on contractual obligations and performance risks.

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Government Contracts ManagementContract NegotiationCompliance with FAR and DFARSProposal DevelopmentContract Closeout Execution

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingCost and Pricing PrinciplesTeaming AgreementsChange ManagementContract Performance MonitoringBasis of Estimates (BOE)Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)Contract Types KnowledgeContract ModificationFinal Invoice Coordination

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsCritical ThinkingSelf-Starter MentalityTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteContracts Management SystemsArtificial Intelligence Tools

Industry Keywords

Government RegulationsContractual Rights and ObligationsCustomer SolicitationsState and Local ContractsCommercial Contracting Frameworks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a diverse portfolio of government contracts across various types, complexities, and sizes
Identify and advise program teams on contract cost and performance risk
Build and maintain strong internal and external customer relationships
Serve as contractual expert for Project Managers and guide teams on requirements
Partner with program teams and/or customers to solve complex challenges
Advise program and organizational leadership on contractual rights and obligations
Develop and communicate holistic assessments of contract terms, conditions, implications, and proposed changes
Monitor program performance for conformance to proposals, legal requirements, customer specifications, and government regulations
Draft and revise contract letters, change agreements, and contract performance responses
Execute, facilitate, and support program change management and customer conflict resolution
Contribute to proposal efforts through price/cost proposals and narratives
Analyze, draft, and negotiate Teaming Agreements, NDAs, MOUs, MOAs, and other binding instruments
Prepare and disseminate information regarding contract status, compliance, modification, deviation, negotiation, and termination
Lead contract start-up and closeout processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field and 12+ years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 10+ years of experience; or 16+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
Must be a US Citizen
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 ability to work independently and in a team-based environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external management
Strong research, analysis, and critical thinking skills
Hands-on experience and working application knowledge of Government contracts and subcontracts under FAR, DFARS, and applicable agency supplements
Experience responding to customer solicitations, participating in proposal and pre-award strategy and review meetings, conducting negotiations, and drafting/finalizing contracts
Working knowledge 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
Experience executing contract closeout, including finalizing outstanding issues, issuing final modifications and invoices, and coordinating contractor performance evaluations
Preferred: Deep knowledge of contract types, terms, and conditions
Preferred: Familiarity with commercial contracting frameworks/terms and conditions, including FAR Part 12 contracts and OTAs
Preferred: Experience administering State and Local contracts
Preferred: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with contracts management systems/tools
Preferred: Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence tools in contracts management support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Periodic travel to attend on-site meetings at Peraton facilities and/or customer sites
Potential eligibility for overtime
Potential eligibility for shift differential
Potential eligibility for a discretionary bonus