Contract Administrator – Government & Commercial Contracting

SRC, Inc. is seeking a detail‑oriented Contracts Administrator to support both commercial and government contracting activities. In this role, you will review, interpret, negotiate, and manage a variety of customer contracts, including those with FAR/DFARS requirements, flowdowns, and commercial terms. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance, mitigate contractual risk, and support proposal development. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within federal contracting, contract negotiation, and contract compliance while contributing to SRC’s mission-driven work.
What You’ll Do
Administer assigned contracts and manage day‑to‑day contract activities
Review, draft, and negotiate contracts including commercial agreements, purchase orders, and related documents
Provide guidance to internal teams on contractual risk, compliance considerations, and business terms
Support proposal development including reviewing, submitting, and negotiating customer proposals
Analyze contract terms and special provisions, including government contracting requirements, under the guidance of senior contracts staff
Support contracting actions that include commercial items with government flowdowns or regulatory requirements
Assist contracts leadership with review of terms and conditions, special clauses, and FAR/DFARS compliance obligations
Communicate contract requirements and obligations to program managers, technical teams, and leadership
Coordinate with program management, finance, manufacturing, and accounting to ensure full compliance with contract requirements
Maintain strong customer relationships to support seamless business transactions
Maintain accurate and organized contract files, proposal documentation, and internal databases
Uphold high ethical standards in all contract administration activities
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or related field; or equivalent experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment
Ways to Stand Out
Exposure to commercial items and FAR Part 12 procurements
Experience supporting contracts blending commercial terms with government contracting requirements
Familiarity with government flowdowns, FAR/DFARS clauses, and contract compliance principles
What Sets Us Apart?
SRC, Inc., a not-for-profit research and development company, combines information, science, technology and ingenuity to solve “impossible” problems in the areas of defense, environment and intelligence. Across our family of companies, we apply bright minds, fresh thinking and relentless determination to deliver innovative products and services that are redefining possible®. When you join our team, you’ll be a part of something truly meaningful — helping to keep America and its allies safe and strong. You’ll collaborate with more than 1,400 engineers, scientists and professionals — with 20 percent of those employees who have served in the military — in a highly innovative, inclusive and equitable work environment. You’ll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes four or more weeks of paid time off to start, 10 percent employer contribution toward retirement, and 100 percent tuition support.
Total compensation for this role is market competitive. The anticipated salary range for this position based out of Syracuse, NY is estimated at $70,500 to $84,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location as well as other business and organizational needs. SRC offers competitive benefit options, for more details please visit our website. #LI-JC1

Skills
Negotiation, Accounting, Documentation