Sr. Contract Administration Manager in DC area
Company: Carlson Wagonlit Travel (Hauptsitz Deutschland) /
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 15, 2025
Job Description:
Job Description - Sr. Contract Administration Manager in DC area
(240000CL)As the U.S. military and government division of CWT,
CWTSatoTravel is a global leader specializing in seamless travel
management services to our U.S. federal clients. We employ a team
of more than 900 associates throughout 187 locations in 14
countries and U.S. territories. Though our offices are spread
across the world, we are a tight-knit group with access to
resources and innovations that enable us to deliver the best
services in the industry.We are very proud of our 65+ year history
serving U.S. military and government clients and are always looking
for new talent to help us grow as a team. Our most valuable asset
as a company is the quality of our people. We encourage you to
check out our opportunities and start your journey with
CWTSatoTravel today.Position OverviewCWTSatoTravel is seeking a
Senior Contract Administrator.Summary: Provides contractual
guidance, advice, and support to in-house management and Program
managers, including interpreting terms and conditions, monitoring
contract performance, and performing contract close-outs in
accordance with applicable regulations.Position Description
- Implements procurement and contract management strategies,
systems, procedures, and guidelines for internal and external
clients.
- Prepares project agreements/contracts/sub-contracts.
- Supports data calls and maintains compliance with SOX
requirements and other agency audit requirements on an ongoing
basis.
- Qualifies or pre-qualifies subcontractors to assurance
capabilities in areas such as information security and/or personnel
security, financial well-being.
- Negotiates key contract terms and conditions.
- Monitors contract performance.
- Oversees day-to-day contract administration from the contract
award, administration, and closeout.
- Negotiates contracts, task orders, and modifications.
- Reviews and/or provides guidance in the preparation of
contracts, agreements, amendments, and change orders.
- Meets with company personnel involving any issue or
interpretation of contract requirements. Researches contracts and
regulations to develop appropriate solutions/responses as
necessary.
- Requests modifications to the contract(s) from the Government
as necessary and assures that required contract modifications are
reviewed and action taken is appropriate.
- Incorporates, annotates, and updates contract(s) as
modifications are received. Assures all contractual documents are
filed and pending actions annotated and kept in working files.
- Assures correspondence is prepared to document any actions
taken. Problem areas are concisely documented to provide a clear
understanding of how decisions were reached and finalized, thus
establishing an audit trail.
- Works effectively and harmoniously with customer agencies, the
US Government, and CWGT staff.
- Verifies that all contractual clauses are included in documents
(as appropriate).
- Manages subcontractor/vendor/supplier performance in relation
to contractual agreements.QualificationsPosition Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or
college.
- A minimum of 3-5 years experience in U.S. Government
procurement or U.S. Government contract administration.
- Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and general contracts law
principles.
- Experience with various contract types (i.e., CPFF, FFP,
T&M, Cost-Reimbursement, Labor-Hour).
- Knowledge or experience with Federal Travel Regulation and/or
Joint Travel Regulations desirable.
- Security clearance(s) may be required for U.S. citizens.
- CWT accepts Military experience/certifications as a substitute
for some requirements.Travel: Generally, within the Washington DC
area.Salary Range: Between USD 80,000 - USD 93,000 yearly.Because
this position is directly with our United States Federal Government
client, the United States government requires that the successful
candidate be a US Citizen. Authorization to work in the US is not
sufficient for this position. Additionally, you will be subject to
a company and government background investigation including a
criminal history and credit record review.To the extent this
position enables access to traveler personal identifiable
information (PII) as defined by the U.S. Government or vital trust
data as defined by CWT, then the individual is required to adhere
to all government-required and/or company-mandated information
security policies and regulations. The individual is also required
to take all Information Security and Privacy Act training required
by the Government and/or company.CWT is committed to creating a
diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender
identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin,
disability, age, or veteran status.CWT also offers opportunities to
all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you
need reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or
application for employment, please contact us by sending an email
to TalentAcquisitonAmericas@mycwt.com. In your email, please
include a description of the specific accommodation you are
requesting and a description of the position for which you are
applying.Primary LocationWashingtonWork ArrangementHybridEmployment
TypeStandardJob FamilyContract ManagementScopeGlobalTravelYes, 5%
of the TimeShiftDay JobOrganizationCustomer_Military &
GovernmentExperience Level3 to 5 yearsJob PostingJan 14, 2025As an
Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the
organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due
to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin,
veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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