Senior Contracts Administration Advisor

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 agreements while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for advising teams and stakeholders on contractual obligations and performance risks.

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Government Contracts ManagementContract NegotiationRisk AnalysisProposal DevelopmentCompliance with FAR and DFARS

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingCost and Pricing PrinciplesTeaming AgreementsContract CloseoutChange Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCritical ThinkingTeam LeadershipCommunication SkillsCustomer Relationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteContracts Management SystemsArtificial Intelligence Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

FARDFARSGovernment-wide Acquisition ContractCompetitive SolicitationsBasis of Estimates

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
Act as a collaborative team leader to resolve issues and streamline processes
Serve as the contractual expert for Project Managers and guide teams through contractual requirements and challenges
Partner with internal program teams and/or customers to address complex challenges and deliver solutions
Advise program teams and organizational leadership on contractual rights and obligations
Develop and communicate holistic assessments of contract terms, conditions, implications, and 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
Champion sound business principles supporting departmental and divisional goals

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
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
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 the 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
Experience executing contract closeout, including finalizing outstanding issues, issuing final modifications and invoices, and coordinating contractor performance evaluations
Must be a US Citizen
Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain Secret security clearance
Preferred: deep knowledge of contract types, terms, and conditions
Preferred: familiarity with commercial contracting frameworks/terms and conditions, including FAR Part 12 and 15 contracts and OTAs
Preferred: experience navigating competitive solicitations
Preferred: experience administering Government-wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) vehicles
Preferred: proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with contracts management systems/tools
Preferred: familiarity with Artificial Intelligence tools in providing contracts management support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential eligibility for overtime
Potential eligibility for shift differential
Potential eligibility for a discretionary bonus