Contract Administrator

Job Description

ERG is seeking a skilled and motivated Contract Administrator to join our dynamic Contracts team. In this role, you will manage the full lifecycle of contract administration—from proposal development to administration and closeout—ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and serving as a trusted partner to both external clients and internal teams. If you are detail-oriented, experienced as a prime contractor, and thrive in a fast-paced, proactive environment, we want to hear from you!

• Administer federal, state, and local contracts, including negotiation, management, and closeout
• Collaborate with clients and ERG’s technical, subcontracts, and accounting teams to deliver comprehensive contract support
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, conditions, and regulatory requirements
• Prepare, analyze, and negotiate cost and pricing proposals, including profitability analyses and risk assessments
• Maintain accurate and organized contract files, tracking tools, and respond efficiently to audit requests
• Implement and adhere to company procurement policies and procedures
• Support the contract closeout process with precision and efficiency

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 5 years of federal, state, or local contract administration experience as a prime contractor, ideally in professional services
• Experience with GSA Multiple Award Schedules, U.S. EPA, and/or DoD contracting is highly desirable
• Proven expertise in proposal pricing, contract negotiation, and document management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe, with strong organizational skills
• Solid understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations and contract types, including Cost-Plus-Fixed Fee, Time-and-Materials, and Firm-Fixed-Price
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint ERP is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proactive, solution-oriented approach

This range is provided by ERG. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $/yr

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers.

The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

At ERG, we empower our team members through a culture of growth, collaboration, and innovation. Join us to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive and engaging work environment.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at  or call .

ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Business Consulting and Services