Contracts Administrator Principal

GDIT is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day. GDIT is currently seeking a Contracts Administrator Principal to join our team. The candidate is expected to have extensive experience in managing a full range of contracts in support of the U.S. Department of War.

HOW A CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATOR PRINCIPAL WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Administers a broad portfolio of U.S. Government prime contract, task orders, modifications, and subcontracts throughout the contract lifecycle
• Reviews and negotiates contractual terms and conditions while ensuring compliance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), agency supplements, and company policies
• Supports proposal activities by reviewing solicitations, identifying contractual risks, preparing contract exceptions, and ensuring proposal compliance
• Advises program management on contractual requirements, obligations, risks, and business considerations
• Drafts, reviews, and negotiates non-disclosure agreements, teaming agreements, and other contractual documents
• Coordinates contract awards, modifications, funding actions, and close-out activities with internal and external stakeholders
• Provides contractual guidance to program managers, finance procurement, pricing, legal, and business development organizations
• Reviews customer correspondence and prepares contractual responses, notification, and other required documentation
• Maintains contract files, records, and reporting in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements
• Participates in customer meetings, negotiations, program reviews, and internal management briefings as required
• Identified contractual risk and recommends practical solutions that support both customer requirements and business objectives
• Ensures contract actions are completed accurately and within established deadlines
• Coordinates approval of negotiations, contracts, and subcontracts with appropriate management staff
• Maintains current knowledge of acquisition regulations, contractual practices, and industry trends
• May provide guidance mentorship to less experienced contracts professionals
• Performs other related duties and special projects assigned

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, contract management,, public administration, or related field
• Experience: 8+ years of experience administering U.S. Government contracts
• Role requirements:
  • Experience supporting DoW and/or Federal Government contracts
  • Experience with contract negotiations, modifications, proposal support, and contract administration
  • Experience interpreting and apply contractual terms, FAR, and applicable agency supplements. Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), DFARs, and other agency supplements, as applicable.
  • Strong understanding of government contract administration principles and practices
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to negotiate contractual matters with customers and business partners
  • Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across functional organizations
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound business judgement
• Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite. Experience using contract management systems is preferred.
• Location: This role requires working onsite at our GDIT facility in Falls Church, VA. Must be comfortable working onsite (5) days a week.
• US Persons required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.