Contracts Administrator

Company: Intelligent Automation
Location: Rockville
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

Why work at IAI/BlueHalo

At Intelligent Automation (now a BlueHalo company) our employees describe their work as reminiscent to a graduate school lab with the unique opportunity to see your innovation go beyond the research environment. At IAI/BlueHalo your work will transition to the real world, where it can make a difference.

Benefits, Retirement & more

Our careers benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Flexible/hybrid work schedule (built-in work from home days)
• Professional development & educational assistance
• Retirement savings with employer matching
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Medical and life insurance
• Active social committee
• Fitness center
• Annual profit sharing
• Relocation expenses
• Paid vacation & holidays
  Overview
  
  
  Intelligent Automation, Inc. has an opening for a Contracts Administrator. The successful candidate will be independent, self-motivated, and organized, have excellent communication and writing skills and a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  
  The individual in this position will provide assistance in preparation of proposals, liaison with government agencies, and provide assistance with contract compliance (progress reports, deliverables, database mgt., etc.). You will also assist with other legal and compliance matters. Candidates need to have a general understanding of various accounting duties including indirect cost rate calculations, billing, accounts receivable, and cost proposal preparation. Accounting experience is a plus but not required.
  
  OverviewYou will be in charge of administering and monitoring contract performance on government contracts. You may also assist with the negotiation and administration of agreements between the company, our customers/subcontractors/vendors, thus ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures. US citizenship or permanent residency is required.
  
  Duties and Responsibilities
  • Administers and monitors contract performance on government contracts
  • May assist with the negotiation and administration of agreements between the company, customers, subcontractors, and vendors, thus ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures
  • Responsible for reviewing contract solicitation terms, handling contract award confirmations, interpreting agreement terms and conditions and identifying potential issues, reviewing agreement amendments / modifications and incorporating changes
  • Reviews contractual documents to ensure adherence to company policy, government specifications and requirements; identifies risks and areas of concern on contract terms and conditions and provides contractual advice, guidance and support to the contract lead / program and operations managers
  • Responds to inquiries regarding contract obligations and revisions
  • Conducts fulfillment of contract deliverables
  • Proposal preparation for customer requirements
  • Negotiates standard terms and conditions
  • Monitors contract performance and cost controls and ensures compliance with contract terms
  • Prepares teaming agreements, subcontracts, and consultant agreements and other contractual agreements
  • Under direction, prepares contractual documents, including the preparation of contract terms and conditions, and assembles contract documentation package
  • Participates in management review of proposals/contracts and in the conduct of program reviews
    
    Qualifications
    
    
    • A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
    • At least three years of contract administration experience is required, but 4-5 years is preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience.
    • Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)
    • Strong understanding of contract/Purchase Order terms and conditions and detailed knowledge of the government contracting process including sole source and competitive procurements
    • Comprehensive knowledge of the terms and conditions appropriate for different contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, IDIQ, etc.) and their proper use
    • Strong knowledge of government intellectual property (IP) / software and data rights clauses and IP marking guidelines
    • Detailed knowledge of source selection / evaluation process including cost and price analysis
    • Knowledge of requirements for and experienced in administration of government property
    • Detailed knowledge of government contract administration duties including subcontract flow downs, close-out and records retention
    • Detailed knowledge and thorough understanding of proper drafting, negotiation and use of contracts, subcontracts, P.O.'s teaming and other forms of agreements
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Contract / agreement briefing, negotiation and review experience
    • Experience in monitoring contracts/subcontracts of increasing complexity and value
    • General computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs
      
      About IAI
      
      IAI is a technology innovation company specializing in providing advanced technology solutions and R&D services to federal agencies and corporations. IAI leverages agile R&D processes, a multi-disciplinary collaborative environment, and its substantial intellectual property portfolio to excel in developing concepts into market-focused products and customer-driven solutions. IAI's core R&D areas include: AI & Advanced Computing; Autonomy & Robotics; Healthcare Research Technologies; Modeling, Simulation & Visualization; and Networks & Cyber Security; and Radar, Communications & Sensors. For more information about IAI please visit www.i-a-i.com .
      US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required
      
      All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
      
      
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      Requisition ID: 21-C&P-1367

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