Contracts Administrator – Junior

Spry Methods, Inc.

Entry-Level Contracts Administrator at Spry Methods supporting contracts administration in Federal Government Contracting. Ideal for candidates looking to start their career in a positive work environment.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in maintaining contract and subcontract files, ensuring compliance with federal reporting, regulations, and policies.
Support the management of GWAC and Schedule contracts, including monitoring compliance with terms, tracking modifications, and ensuring timely payment of contract access fees.
Collaborate with the team to resolve contractual issues that may arise during contract performance, while mitigating risks and meeting customer needs.
Contribute to drafting terms and conditions for contracts and agreements.
Assist in the negotiation of subcontract agreements, including the preparation of small business subcontracting plans and incorporating prime contract flow downs and provisions into subcontracts.
Work closely with different departments to meet contractual requirements and present a knowledgeable and unified company image to customers.
Provide support to Program Managers and Business area leads, offering sound business advice and counsel as needed.
Act as a primary point of contact between the company and the customer for contractual matters on assigned contracts and projects, including business agreements.
Conduct research on contracting and compliance-related matters, and provide business advice and counsel to Operations management and functional departments in accordance with bid specifications, government regulations, and internal policies.
Ensure the proactive maintenance of contract documentation.
Review performance and contractual deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to bid specifications and contract terms.
Assist in the review and preparation of prime and subcontract solicitation packages, including issuing and responding to subcontract solicitation packages to support prime proposals.
Contribute to value-added analysis of solicitation terms and conditions, identifying risks and potential mitigation strategies.
Provide timely support to the proposal team by reviewing solicitations, identifying questions or concerns, and taking appropriate action.
Support the development of cost and offer volumes, as well as intellectual property and organizational conflict of interest plans as required.
May assist in negotiations and administration of Non-Disclosure, Teaming, Subcontractor documents, and other agreements, in accordance with corporate policies and procedures, coordinating legal reviews when necessary.
Manage a workload effectively, meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks with attention to detail.
Develop an understanding of the business case, financial and analytical considerations, and profit and loss implications.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Basic knowledge of contracts/subcontracts administration, preferably in the area of Federal Government contracting.
Familiarity with government regulations, such as FAR/DFAR, and the ability to learn and interpret these regulations within complex contracts.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with basic Excel and Word skills.
Ability to multitask and complete work assignments within given deadlines.
Proactive, self-motivated, and energetic attitude.
Highly organized and results-oriented, demonstrating ownership and follow-through.
Team player mindset, willing to collaborate and go the extra mile to ensure tasks are completed on time.
Familiarity with central electronic repositories, such as SharePoint or OneDrive, is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Coverage – Cigna - 4 Options
Dental Coverage – Cigna - PPO Base & Buy-Up Plans
Vision Coverage – Principal - VSP Choice Network
Paid Holidays: Full-time employees receive 11 paid federal holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO) – PTO accrual starts at 15 days per year
Training Benefit – Annual training allowance available toward any job-related training or education
401(k) – Multiple Fund Choices through Fidelity with a company match

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Hard Skills & Tools

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Soft Skills

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