Contract Administrator at ERG

Arlington, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Consulting, Government Contracting, ResearchIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 5 years of federal, state, or local contract administration experience as a prime contractor, ideally in professional services
Experience with GSA Multiple Award Schedules, U.S. EPA, and/or DoD contracting is highly desirable
Proven expertise in proposal pricing, contract negotiation, and document management
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe, with strong organizational skills
Solid understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations and contract types, including Cost-Plus-Fixed Fee, Time-and-Materials, and Firm-Fixed-Price
Experience with Deltek Costpoint ERP is a plus
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proactive, solution-oriented approach
Highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced, proactive environment

Responsibilities

Administer federal, state, and local contracts, including negotiation, management, and closeout
Collaborate with clients and ERG’s technical, subcontracts, and accounting teams to deliver comprehensive contract support
Ensure compliance with contract terms, conditions, and regulatory requirements
Prepare, analyze, and negotiate cost and pricing proposals, including profitability analyses and risk assessments
Maintain accurate and organized contract files, tracking tools, and respond efficiently to audit requests
Implement and adhere to company procurement policies and procedures
Support the contract closeout process with precision and efficiency
Manage the full lifecycle of contract administration—from proposal development to administration and closeout—ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and serving as a trusted partner to both external clients and internal teams

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Contract AdministrationContract NegotiationContract ManagementContract ComplianceCost Proposal AnalysisPricing AnalysisProfitability AnalysisRisk AssessmentProposal DevelopmentProcurement PoliciesContract CloseoutAudit Response

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Contract Administrator position?

The salary range is $85,000 - $110,000 a year.

What benefits does ERG offer?

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, and 10 paid holidays per year.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key qualifications and skills required for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree is required along with a minimum of 5 years of federal, state, or local contract administration experience as a prime contractor. Key skills include expertise in proposal pricing, contract negotiation, document management, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe, understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations, and excellent communication skills.

What is the company culture like at ERG?

ERG provides a vibrant and flexible environment with a culture of growth, collaboration, and innovation, empowering team members in a supportive and engaging work environment.

ERG

Consulting for public health and environmental safety

About ERG

ERG focuses on consulting services aimed at enhancing public health, environmental safety, and worker health and safety. The firm provides specialized expertise to government agencies, communities, and businesses, helping them tackle complex challenges in these areas. ERG's services include assessing environmental and occupational hazards, ensuring food and drug safety, planning sustainable facilities, and improving worker safety. What sets ERG apart from its competitors is its commitment to inclusivity, particularly in working with small businesses that are disadvantaged, minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned. This approach not only enriches ERG's expertise but also supports the growth of these enterprises. The goal of ERG is to create a positive impact by promoting fairness, equity, and social justice in all its projects and partnerships, ultimately leading to safer and healthier communities and workplaces.

Oslo, NorwayHeadquarters

1984Year Founded

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consulting, Government & Public Sector, Social ImpactIndustries

201-500Employees