Contract Administrator III - AECOM

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AECOM is seeking a Contracts Administrator III to support our Federal Contracts Team. This position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement to include a combination of in-office and remote scheduling and can be based in, but not limited to: Arlington, VA; Washington, DC; Germantown, MD.

Job Responsibilities Include, but are not Limited to:

• Coordinates and provides review, administration and compliance activities for industrial, commercial and government contracts/subcontracts of smaller scope and complexity. 
• Supports contract review, acceptance and compliance through one or more of the following:
  • Reviews proposed terms and conditions of a contract during the solicitation process and identifies nonstandard terms and may recommend modifications to contract language
  • Works with project manager and client/government representative to review and resolve questions or issues related to contract compliance or terms and conditions of the contract,
  • Prepares reports related to contract spend and progress
  • Conducts compliance reviews and ensures corrective actions are completed in a timely manner
  • Assists with reviews required for contract closure. 
• Employee follows standardized instructions or procedures, and works under direct supervision assisting higher-level contract administrators. 
• Work is checked for accuracy, adequacy, and adherence to instructions.
• Degree or equivalent preferred.
• Administrative duties as assigned.
• Contract Administrator would be responsible for review of federal proposals and contracts.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + 4 years of Federal Contract administration experience or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Due to the nature of the position, US citizenship is required in order to work on Federal proposals. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience of US fed government and contracting regulations
• Five (5) or more years or more experience in Federal Contract Administration
• Familiarity with Army Corp of Engineers projects and federal environmental programs
• One of the Following National Contract Management Association certifications: CFCM or CPCM
• Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, other FAR supplements, as well as the Uniform Commercial Code with the ability to independently research regulatory issues, understand their application and consequences to our business
• Working knowledge of SharePoint 2016+/O365 SharePoint Online, and Salesforce
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Team Player attitude, including acting as both as a formal and informal mentor to junior contracts managers on contracts and advocating for AECOM’s Federal Business Services (FBS) support when working with internal clients.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and business management skills. 
• Self-starter with a “can-do” attitude that will thrive in a management structure where high standards of productivity, quality of work, and effectiveness are maintained

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization, now or in the future.
• Relocation and/or per diem benefits are not offered.
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.