Contracts Administrator Principal

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Contract Management Job Qualifications: Skills: Contract Administration, Contract Negotiations, Contract Requirements, Federal Government Contracts, Government Regulation Certifications: None Experience: 8 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: No Job Description: 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 Hanscom AFB in MA. 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. The likely salary range for this position is $93,662 - $124,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: Less than 10% T elecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA MA Hanscom AFB Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental d