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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Contract Administrator to support contract and subcontract administration for federal prime awards in Virginia Beach, VA. This role works across Program Management, Finance, Capture, and Pricing to ensure contracts flow down requirements, funding, and deliverables while maintaining compliance with FAR/DFARS and company policies.

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What You’ll Do

• Support review and administration of prime contract awards, modifications, and associated documentation to identify obligations, deliverables, flow-downs, and compliance requirements.
• Assist with creation, review, and processing of subcontract agreements, NDAs, task orders, and subcontract modifications.
• Support subcontractor onboarding by collecting required documents and maintaining accurate subcontract files.
• Track subcontractor funding, deliverables, performance periods, and modifications; communicate updates to program managers and subcontractors.
• Maintain complete and organized subcontract files, approvals, correspondence, and audit documentation.
• Prepare and update contract summaries, deliverable calendars, funding logs, and other tools to help internal teams understand award requirements.
• Review RFP/RFQ documentation and assist with compliance matrices, data calls, and coordination with subcontractors for quotes or proposal inputs.
• Support the pricing team by collecting/validating subcontractor cost inputs and preparing components of cost or BOE documentation.
• Coordinate with program managers, finance, capture, engineering, and subcontractors to support smooth contract execution.
• Track modifications, monitor report deadlines, and assist with contract closeout activities.
• Participate in internal reviews, audits, and readiness activities related to contract and subcontract compliance.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Science, Contracts, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in government contracting, procurement, pricing, or subcontract administration (internships welcome).
• Basic understanding of FAR, DFARS, and federal contract types (FFP, T&M, CP).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables and formulas preferred) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to read and interpret contract language.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance. (Note: eligibility for security clearance is required; U.S. citizenship may be necessary to obtain certain clearances.)

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Location, Compensation & Clearance

• Location: Virginia Beach, VA (onsite or as required by program).
• Estimated compensation (per source): $59,330 per year (estimated).
• Security requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.
• This is a full-time position employed by Confidential Client.

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Equal Employment Practices & Reasonable Accommodations

Confidential Client and Careertakes are committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process; please notify Careertakes if you require assistance.

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Why This Role

• Hands-on exposure to government contracting and subcontract administration.
• Opportunity to work with experienced GovCon professionals and cross-functional teams.
• Strong learning environment for candidates early in their contracting careers with growth into pricing and contract management functions.

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Keywords & Skills (highlights)

• Subcontract administration
• Government contracts (FAR/DFARS)
• Contract modifications & compliance
• Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas)
• SECRET clearance eligibility

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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