Contracts Administrator Advisor

As a Contracts Administrator Advisor at GDIT, you'll be responsible for managing a portfolio of contracts, which includes negotiating terms and conditions, ensuring compliance with legal and internal requirements, and collaborating with internal teams. You'll also support proposal development and perform risk assessments while advising on contract implementation and compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).

To qualify as a Contracts Administrator Advisor at GDIT, candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree or have 12 years of experience in related fields. A minimum of 8 years of experience in federal contracts administration is necessary, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills. Candidates must also be U.S. citizens with an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Essential skills for a successful Contracts Administrator Advisor at GDIT include a comprehensive knowledge of contracts administration, strong negotiation abilities, excellent communication skills, and advanced critical thinking capabilities. Familiarity with FAR and various types of contracts is also crucial. Additionally, the ability to work independently and manage complex contract matters effectively is highly beneficial.

A typical work week for a Contracts Administrator Advisor at GDIT includes managing contracts and proposals, participating in team meetings, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with various departments. The position offers a hybrid working model, allowing for three days on-site and potentially up to 25% travel, ensuring a diverse and dynamic work environment.

GDIT provides numerous growth opportunities for Contracts Administrator Advisors, including professional development programs, access to cutting-edge technology, and internal mobility options. Employees are encouraged to pursue paid education and certifications, allowing them to further advance their careers within the company and the field of contracts administration.

In answering this question, provide detailed examples of your past work with federal contracts. Discuss specific projects you've managed, the types of contracts you’ve dealt with, and how your work supported organizational goals. Highlight your familiarity with FAR and how you navigated compliance challenges.

When answering, emphasize your strategy for contract negotiations, including preparation, understanding the other party’s needs, and your method for achieving win-win outcomes. Provide an example of a successful negotiation that you led, detailing the tactics you used and the final results.

Discuss your process for monitoring compliance, which may include regular reviews and audits of contracts, communication with stakeholders, and training for team members. Mention tools or methods you use to track compliance and ensure all deliverables meet standards.

Choose a specific instance where you encountered a tricky contractual situation. Explain the steps you took to identify the issue, the analysis you performed, and the eventual solution you implemented. Highlight your negotiation skills and team collaboration in resolving the challenge.

Explain your methods for maintaining knowledge of federal regulations, such as attending workshops, networking with industry peers, or following relevant publications. Highlight your commitment to continuous learning and adaptability in an evolving regulatory landscape.

Discuss the importance of effective communication in contract administration, including cross-departmental collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and addressing concerns promptly. Use examples to show how your communication skills have facilitated successful contract management.

Discuss a specific proposal you reviewed, detailing the criteria you evaluated and how you provided feedback to improve it. Mention your participation in proposal color reviews and any strategic recommendations you made to enhance submission quality.

Explain your approach to resolving disagreements, emphasizing open dialogue and seeking to understand differing perspectives. Discuss how you would facilitate a conversation and aim for a collaborative resolution that aligns with company objectives.

Share your perspective on critical skills such as negotiation, compliance knowledge, analytical abilities, and communication prowess. Support your view with examples from your experience explaining how these skills have contributed to successful contract administration.

Articulate your passion for the role and how GDIT’s mission aligns with your career aspirations. Mention specific aspects of the company culture or its reputation in the industry that appeal to you, while also emphasizing your desire to contribute positively to GDIT’s objectives.