Contract Administrator at Eastern Research Group, Inc. – Fairfax, Virginia

Contract Administrator

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
ERG is seeking a skilled and motivated Contract Administrator to join our dynamic Contracts team. In this role, you will manage the full lifecycle of contract administrationfrom proposal development to administration and closeoutensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and serving as a trusted partner to both external clients and internal teams. If you are detail-oriented, experienced as a prime contractor, and thrive in a fast-paced, proactive environment, we want to hear from you!
Why ERG? At ERG, we empower our team members through a culture of growth, collaboration, and innovation. Join us to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive and engaging work environment.Job Description:

• Administer federal, state, and local contracts, including negotiation, management, and closeout
• Collaborate with clients and ERGs 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

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelors 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

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, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience. ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment. If youre a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERGs online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at Resumes-Lex@erg.com or call (781) 674-7293. ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.
$85,000 - $110,000 a year