Contracts Administrator

Northstrat is seeking a hard-working, driven, self-starter to join our growing Contracts, Pricing, and Procurement Team in the Sterling, VA area. This person will serve as the Contracts Administrator within Northstrat's high energy program teams and act as the liaison to Government Contracting Officers and Prime Contractor personnel. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.Responsibilities Include:Negotiate NDAs and Teaming Agreements relevant to assigned programs.Direct and coordinate the contract functions with a focus on acquisition client relationship management, terms and conditions, proposal support, project execution, and risk mitigation across the Program.Provide expert advice and counsel to program leadership on contractual matters, including advising on contract types, regulatory and corporate policy compliance requirements, organizational conflict of interest, and risk management and mitigation.Interface directly with Northstrat senior leadership and program managers and customer contracting officers to address any issues that may arise during capture, proposal development, contract negotiation, execution, or closeout.Communicate effectively internal to the company with the program management and project control team and attend all regular internal and customer meetings.Create and maintain relationships with customers.Respond to proposal and change proposal requests.Enter contracts and modifications in Northstrat's Unanet accounting system.Maintain reporting on NDA, TA, contracts, subcontracts and proposals for leadership.RequirementsMust be a US CitizenMust be able to obtain a US government TS/SCI clearanceBachelor's Degree and 3-5 years of experience with contract management, including overseeing multiple proposals, negotiations, and administration of prime contracts and subcontractsExperience with pricing and negotiation of commercial and government contractual documents and US government procurement regulations, including FAR and DFARSMust be able to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environmentProficient in Microsoft Word and ExcelProblem-solving and time-management skillsDesired Qualifications:Experience in a decision-making capacity with contractingExperience managing and monitoring multiple contract actions simultaneouslyTraining Certifications in Contracts and ProcurementExperience with an accounting/ purchasing/ contracts system such as Deltek or UnanetBenefitsWork/Life BalanceNorthstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning.Pay RangeThere are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and profession development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.Flex TimeNorthstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month. For example: John worked 12 hours on June 1st to meet a project deadline. On June 15th, John only worked 4 hours because he left early for a long weekend. John's IBA was not debited for time off because flex time allowed him to carry over those 4 hours from June 1st.Individual Benefits Account (IBA)To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset - the employee.The purpose of the IBA is to provide attractive benefits to all full-time employees of Northstrat on a flexible basis that enables each covered employee to select a package that best suits his or her needs. Whether those needs are paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, or a combination of any of these, the IBA provides flexibility to help you meet your specific goals. The IBA can be used for such things as:Medical and Vision Insurance through United Health Care; Dental insurance through Delta Dental100% Medical ReimbursementTime Off with PayProfit Sharing Plan401kEducational BenefitsAdditional IncomeIBA Benefits accrue each month in the amount equivalent to 50% of the employee's monthly compensation rate. That is, the effective dollar amount of this accrual is in addition to an employee's salary.Profit Sharing Plan (PSP)The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employee's behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employee's compensation. That is, of the 50% accrual in the IBA, half of the amount accrued is applied to the PSP.Stock OptionsBecause Northstrat is an employee-owned company, all new employees are offered stock options. Employees have the opportunity to receive additional stock options based on accomplishment of individual performance goals. Stock owners elect the Board of Directors and are directly impacted by the success of the company.Lifelong LearningOur culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. We hire and scale rapidly to meet the needs of our partner customers. Through the use of company provided online learning opportunities, periodic company sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work-related education expenses you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities.Bring Your True SelfWe embrace diversity and encourage inclusion. We support employee led interest groups and challenge our employees to support others and be their best self. We are so true to our beliefs that we offer employee referral incentives. When you like it here, your friends and family will too!Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.