Contracts Administrator

Contracts Administrator

CTI is seeking a Contracts Administrator experienced in Federal DoD, DOE and commercial environmental design and construction contracts and subcontracts. Over the past 45 years, CTI has delivered over 30,000 projects to more than 1,000 customers within the DoD, DOE, Industrial, Commercial, and Local Government market sectors. Our contracts expand to engineering, construction, environmental remediation, D&D, operations, and remedial construction services. Our current +150 staff presence spreads to 18 states and we work with multiple DOE locations and +23 USACE districts.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate terms and conditions of contracts and agreements with vendors, clients, and subcontractors.
• Ensure contracts comply with applicable federal regulations, including DOE and DoD standards, and company policies.
• Manage contract modifications, amendments, and terminations, addressing any disputes or breaches promptly.
• Collaborate with the Contracts Manager/CFO or legal team to resolve any legal issues in contract documentation.
• Conduct regular contract audits to ensure compliance with all requirements and regulatory updates.
• Coordinate with internal teams, including procurement, and project management, to align contract terms with project deliverables and budgets.
• Track and manage contract performance to ensure all terms are met and projects are completed within scope, budget, and timeframes.
• Assist in the development of procurement proposals and bid evaluations.
• Assist with continued sourcing and development of qualified vendor database
• Maintain accurate records of all contractual documents and correspondence.
• Provide support in contract closeouts, including preparing required reports and documentation.
• Other reasonable directives, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Education, Experience and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, Legal Studies or a related field (preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience in contract management, specifically with DOE, DoD, or commercial contracts (required).
• Certification in Federal Contracting (e.g., CFCM, CCCM or CPCM) (preferred).
• Proven experience with federal procurement regulations and contract law (required).
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint (preferred).
• Must receive a satisfactory pre-hire drug screen and background check.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements.

Skills and Competencies

• Exhibits CTI values.
• Safety and Quality First. We foster ownership and accountability for the highest level of safety and quality. We are committed to zero incidents and continually improving our performance based upon our successes, lessons learned and industry best practices.
• Integrity and Ethics. We treat our people, clients and partners with integrity and respect and operate with honesty and transparency.
• Our People. We are a compassionate and collaborative organization that truly values our people. We strive to recruit, encourage, challenge and empower our people to deliver high-quality, sustainable and cost-effective solutions while providing rewarding career opportunities at all levels.
• Teamwork. We assemble high-performing, cross-functional teams involving our people and partners to achieve our clients' project goals and expectations.
• Innovation. We encourage and promote creative thinking that challenges the norm and brings about innovative solutions.
• Federal Procurement Expertise: Demonstrates a strong understanding of federal procurement regulations and contract law, ensuring compliance with DOE, DoD, and other federal guidelines.
• Negotiation Skills: Applies excellent negotiation tactics to secure favorable terms in contracts while maintaining compliance with government requirements.
• Attention to Detail: Exhibits meticulous attention to detail, reviewing and auditing contracts to ensure accuracy and adherence to legal standards.
• Communication: Uses superior written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with internal teams, vendors, and clients, ensuring clear contract terms and expectations.
• Problem-Solving: Leverages strong problem-solving skills to address contract disputes and issues, ensuring timely and cost-effective resolutions.
• Organizational Skills: Manages multiple contracts/subcontracts simultaneously with excellent organizational skills, maintaining detailed records and tracking contract progress across various projects.

CTI is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Veterans Welcome!

"All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability."