Senior Contract Administrator

Senior Contract Administrator

Position Overview
The Senior Contract Administrator manages the full contract life cycle for large and complex awards, ensuring compliance from acquisition planning to contract closeout. This role serves as the lead advisor on contracting matters, negotiations, and procurement strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee cradle-to-grave contract administration including planning, solicitation, evaluation, award, and closeout.
• Conduct market research and develop source selection documentation.
• Lead competitive procurement processes including RFPs, IFBs, and BPAs.
• Chair pre-proposal and source selection meetings and provide recommendations.
• Analyze data, resolve contracting issues, and ensure adherence to procurement laws and regulations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience managing complex procurements.

Required Skills

• Advanced knowledge of federal and public procurement processes.
• Excellent negotiation, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and report-writing abilities.
• Proficiency in contract management systems and financial software.

Certification Requirement

• CPCM, CFCM, or equivalent professional certification preferred.

Clearance Requirement

• Must meet WMATA contractor eligibility and security requirements.

Salary Range
To be discussed.