Contracts/Subcontracts Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Sparks Group, partnered with a renowned forward-thinking government contractor seeking a meticulous and analytical Contracts/Subcontracts Administrator. The candidate will support the full lifecycle administration of federal and commercial contracts and subcontracts, including proposal support, contract negotiation, compliance, post-award administration, and risk management. This role works closely with Program Management, Finance, Legal, and Business Development to ensure successful contract execution and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate is a proactive and detail-oriented professional with strong knowledge of government contracting, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while providing sound business judgment in a fast-paced environment. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Wichita, KS; Lawton, OK; or Round Rock, TX. If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity as a new step in your career, apply now!

Key Responsibilities

• Administer government and commercial contracts and subcontracts throughout the full lifecycle, from proposal support through closeout.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage subcontracts, NDAs, teaming agreements, consulting agreements, modifications, and related contractual documents.
• Develop and issue RFPs, evaluate supplier proposals, conduct price/cost analyses, and negotiate favorable pricing and contract terms.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, prime contract flow-down requirements, and internal policies while identifying and mitigating contractual risks.
• Partner with Program Management, Finance, Legal, Business Development, and technical teams to resolve contract issues and support successful program execution.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience administering federal government contracts and/or subcontracts in a government contracting environment.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, subcontract negotiations, contract administration, and price/cost analysis.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating terms and conditions, NDAs, teaming agreements, subcontract documents, and contract modifications.
• Bachelor's degree required (or equivalent combination of education and 10+ years of relevant contracts/subcontracts experience); eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to support cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability within commuting distance of Wichita, KS; Lawton, OK; or Round Rock, TX.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting IT, cybersecurity, R&D, engineering, or technical services contracts.
• Familiarity with OTA, consortium-based, research, or university-supported contracting environments.
• Knowledge of intellectual property (IP) clauses, claims management, dispute resolution, and complex contractual issue resolution.
• Experience working with government-funded research programs, universities, or research institutions.

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This job is Hybrid Remote.

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.