Senior Contract Administrator
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Skills
contract administrationdfarsinvoicingmicrosoft office
About the role
Description
TRISTAR is seeking a remote experienced Senior Contract Administrator to manage post-award administration of federal prime contracts, task orders, and related contractual activities. This position serves as a primary point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports contract performance, financial oversight, and closeout.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer federal prime contracts, customer subcontracts, and task orders, including CPFF, FFP, FFP-LOE, and T&M contract types.
- Prepare contractual correspondence and coordinate negotiations, modifications, funding actions, and other contract changes.
- Collaborate with Program Managers and Finance to monitor contract funding, ceilings, invoicing, performance periods, and payment issues.
- Track contract deliverables, including CDRLs, and ensure timely submission and compliance with contractual requirements.
- Interpret and apply FAR, DFARS, contract terms, and company policies while advising internal stakeholders on contractual obligations and risks.
- Maintain accurate contract records, metrics, and documentation in Deltek Costpoint; support audits, compliance reviews, corrective actions, and proposal activities.
- Support subcontract administration activities, including modifications, funding, deliverables, and closeout, in coordination with the Subcontracts Manager.
Requirements
Required:
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Contracts Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
- 8+ years of federal contract administration experience, including significant post-award responsibilities.
- Experience supporting DoD customers, particularly Navy or Army programs.
- Demonstrated experience administering FAR-based contracts, including CPFF, FFP, and T&M contract types, as well as non-FAR agreements such as OTAs.
- Strong knowledge of FAR and DFARS requirements, including the ability to research, interpret, and apply regulatory requirements.
- Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and relationship-management skills.
- Experience with SeaPort NxG, GSA Schedule, OASIS, or OASIS+ contract vehicles
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Teams; experience with Deltek Costpoint
Desired:
- NCMA certification (CFCM or CPCM)