Job Title: Contract Administrator I (Contract role)
Location: San Diego, CA
Pay Rate: $40-50/hr
About the Role:
We’re looking for a detail-oriented Contract Administrator to handle the full life cycle of contracts — from proposal through performance to closeout. In this role, you’ll manage everything from planning and sourcing to post-award oversight. You’ll be responsible for preparing, revising, negotiating, and analyzing contracts to make sure they’re effective and compliant. If you have strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of contract management, this could be a great fit.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Manage Contract Life Cycle: Oversee and facilitate the full contract life cycle, including planning, source selection, performance, and closeout. Develop and update scopes of work and agreements, and lead pre-bid and pre-award conferences.
• Draft and Prepare Documents: Prepare bids and specifications, draft scopes of work, and update RFPs, RFQs, contracts, amendments, change orders, and task orders. Ensure all documents meet internal practices and standards.
• Negotiate and Resolve Issues: Negotiate contract terms, recommend contract awards, and ensure compliance. Handle contract terminations and closeouts, resolving any conflicts and securing final payment.
• Monitor and Communicate: Serve as the primary contact for all contract-related questions and issues. Track contract deadlines and notify team members as needed. Maintain up-to-date records and communicate contract status to the team.
• Improve Processes: Identify opportunities to improve contract processes and recommend best practices. Train team members on contract management processes and procedures.
What You Need to Succeed:
• Technical & Process Knowledge: Strong understanding of contract development and management. Ability to organize records, monitor compliance, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Critical Thinking: Analyze and translate complex requirements and data to develop effective solutions. Support business objectives by identifying alternative approaches when needed.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Able to explain complex information clearly to both internal and external stakeholders. Skilled at facilitating work completion and maintaining positive working relationships.
• Technology: Proficient in using Microsoft Word and Excel to manage contract information and reporting.
What We’re Looking For:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in acquisition and contract management, business or public administration, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: At least five years of experience in contract development and administration (public sector experience preferred).
• Equivalent: A combination of relevant training and experience will be considered.
Why This Role Matters:
You’ll play a key role in ensuring contracts are accurate, compliant, and effective — supporting the overall success of the organization. If you’re ready to bring your contract management expertise to a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Employment Eligibility Statement:
We are only able to consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States for any employer without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.
