Principal Contracts Administrator Job at Baesystems (Manchester)

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Grants And Contracts Administrator

Our client in Amherst, Massachusetts is seeking a detail-oriented Grants and Con...

Location

United States , Amherst

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred
2+ years of experience in grants administration, contracts administration, sponsored research administration, or a related field
Knowledge of pre-award and/or post-award processes
Experience reviewing budgets, financial reports, and compliance documentation
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Proficiency with Excel and financial or grants management systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Job Responsibility

Manage pre-award and/or post-award grants and contracts administration activities
Review proposals, budgets, and contract documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Monitor sponsored awards to ensure adherence to institutional, sponsor, and regulatory guidelines
Assist with award setup, modifications, invoicing, reporting, and closeout processes
Reconcile accounts and track expenditures against approved budgets
Provide guidance to internal teams regarding grant and contract policies and procedures
Prepare financial and administrative reports related to sponsored programs
Support audits and ensure documentation is complete and well maintained
Collaborate with principal investigators, finance teams, and other departments to resolve issues and maintain compliance

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Building Surveyor

A leading multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy is seeking an...

Location

United Kingdom , Leeds

Salary:

55000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

MRICS Chartered Status
Degree in Building Surveying or related field
Broad project experience across multiple sectors
Strong understanding of dilapidations, contract admin, and feasibility reporting
A client-centric approach with a drive to grow business relationships
Ability to manage multiple commissions independently and within a team

Job Responsibility

Full building surveying services to external and internal clients
Building condition surveys, reports, and feasibility studies
Schedules of dilapidations and subsequent negotiations
Project management and contract administration on refurbishment, conversion and new build projects
Principal Designer duties (CDM 2015 compliance)
Schedules of condition and negotiations
Supporting workload sharing and team collaboration

What we offer

Hybrid working (flexibility around office/site/home)
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy/sell leave)
Enhanced annual leave for long service
Health cash plan
Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Qualification sponsorship & structured development plans
Enhanced family leave policies
Career development pathways
Recruitment referral bonus

Fulltime

Principal Contract Administrator

The Tactical Systems product line within the C4ISRS business area has an opening...

Location

United States , Hudson

Salary:

101398.00 - 172377.00 USD / Year

Baesystems

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor Degree plus six years experience in a contracts function or equivalent
A Master’s degree is a plus
Enthusiastic self-starter with desire to embrace a culture that demands respect for all
encourages one to listen, be curious, and allow differences to influence decisions
staying calm independent of circumstances
and feeling empowered to do the right thing
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with customers, internal company functional personnel and leadership, and peer groups
Knowledge of, and ability to interpret FAR/DFARS requirements and other regulatory matters
Computer skills to maintain contract records within our business systems as well as prepare reports, presentations, letters and documents
Ability to make decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations

Job Responsibility

Development of a collaborative day-to-day contractual relationship with our customers
Coordinating, negotiating, and managing moderately complex proposals and contracts with minimal supervision
Providing value-added analysis of solicitation terms and conditions, identifying risks and mitigation alternatives, and providing other pointed contributions for proposal development
Resolving challenging contractual issues through work with program teams to gather, interpret, analyze and present information and solutions
Negotiating and administering Non-Disclosure, Teaming, and other Agreements in accordance with corporate policies and procedures, and coordinating legal reviews as appropriate
Working collaboratively across all areas of the business to meet contractual requirements
Examining performance and contractual deliverables/requirements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to bid specifications and contract terms
Advising on contractual rights and obligations in accordance with contract terms, FAR/DFARS and other regulations
Performing research and providing sound business advice and counsel to Program and functional leads in accordance with bid specifications, FAR/DFARS requirements, contractual terms and conditions, and internal policies and procedures in furtherance of program execution
Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures as well as all legal, regulatory, and customer requirements

What we offer

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays

Fulltime

Sr. Principal Contracts Administrator

BAE Systems is hiring a Contract Administrator to support the Combat Mission Sys...

Location

United States , York

Salary:

105835.00 - 179920.00 USD / Year

Baesystems

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience
Experience in Contract Administration and Negotiation
Experience in Cost type and Fixed Price Contracting environments
Experience in complex contracts and proposal preparation and execution
Experience in Defense, including defense article acquisition and production contracting
Experience in Risk Management, including analysis and mitigation
Functional knowledge of FAR/DFARS regulations
Knowledge of international contracting, specialized contract types, commercial contracting, joint ventures, strategic alliances, intellectual property, etc.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, solicitations/RFPs, or governmental regulations
Ability to effect and manage change (both organizational and contractual)

Job Responsibility

Lead complex contracting assignments to support the CMS business
Act as a lead in bid/proposal, negotiation, and management of contracts to assure compliance with company policies and procedures
Maintain an in-depth knowledge and working understanding of the U.S. Government Acquisition and Procurement environment, BAE Systems and functional Contracts Department policies and procedures, commercial contracting methods, export FAR/DFARS, and other government regulations
Provide input for the overall objectives and goals for the organization and the Contracts function
Provide market intelligence and development of market strategies for the business organization and the Contracts function
Frequently sets policies and procedures and contribute to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards
Serve as a member of proposal teams, support independent proposal reviews (Red Teams, Phase Reviews), and participate as an assessor in the Phase Review Process
Provide analysis of solicitations, assure that bid/proposals are prepared and presented in a manner to afford the Company the greatest opportunity to obtain the contract award while minimizing associated liabilities and risk
Establish and manage negotiation strategies and financial requirements, conduct negotiation of contracts, and execute proposals and contracts to the threshold delegated
performing business risk assessments and recommend mitigation plans

What we offer

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays

Fulltime

Principal Contract Administrator - Paladin Capture

BAE Systems is hiring a Principal Contract Administrator to support our Combat M...

Location

United States , Sterling Heights; York

Salary:

99410.00 - 168997.00 USD / Year

Baesystems

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Ability to obtain a Defense Security Clearance
Bachelor’s Degree and 6+ years relevant experience or equivalent education/experience
Experience in Contract Administration in Defense
Experience in major defense article acquisition and production contracting
Experience in complex contracts and proposal preparation and execution
Experience in Cost Plus and Fixed Price contracting
Experience engaging at high organizational levels or with persons of influence both internally and externally
Experience mentoring and training junior staff members
Expert knowledge of FAR/DFAR regulations
Proven business negotiator while exercising sound business judgement

Job Responsibility

Lead and support a team of contracts professionals and implement strategies to advance critical business objectives
Provide guidance to develop overarching negotiation strategies and objectives and take action necessary to resolve any impasses between BAE Systems and its customers
Develop solutions to complex contracting and business issues, which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation
Ensure solutions are consistent with organization strategic and operational objectives
Provide expertise, guidance, training, and leadership to support cross-functional business team members
Lead discussions and/or briefings with various leadership and other key personnel, participate in complex negotiations, and develop contract management strategies to mitigate risk
Ensure efficient and effective flow of information among Contracting team, leadership team, cross-functional teams, and/or customer(s) as needed
Provide direction to team members to address and influence major contractual and business issues encountered in the proposal and execution of contracts of all types and complexity
Train, motivate, and assist cross functional team members to practice effective scope control strategies to enable early identification of constructive changes that may provide BAE Systems opportunities for equitable adjustments
Interface with key government contracting and procurement officials as required

What we offer

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays

Fulltime

Principal Contracts Strategist

This is a foundational, senior individual contributor role focused on owning com...

Location

United States

Salary:

170000.00 - 221000.00 USD / Year

Onebrief

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

You are able to obtain a US Government Security Clearance (US Citizenship required)
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field plus a minimum of 10 years of related work experience as a contract professional supporting contract strategy and administration
Deep expertise in federal government contracting (acquisition processes and regulations) and experience supporting software or technology-enabled products, including contracting models that support rapid delivery, enterprise adoption, and long-term mission outcomes
Business acumen with ability to think critically and develop creative and practical solutions
Excellent written, verbal, and time-management skills, especially in distributed or async-first environments
Strong analytical, problem solving, decision making, negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to translate strategy into roadmap into delivery with attention to detail and organization
Experience designing and executing flexible acquisition approaches (e.g., OTAs, hybrid vehicles, novel contract structures) to accelerate outcomes while managing risk
Experience scaling contracting functions in a high-growth environment
Ability to lead through influence, align cross-functional partners, and operate effectively without direct authority

Job Responsibility

Work directly with the Head of Contracts to support the vision and execution for transparent and seamless contract award
Align contracts with business goals, involving analysis, negotiation, risk mitigation, and lifecycle management
Create a roadmap to contract strategy and turn it into clear, sequenced priorities
Ensure pre-award contracting workflows are reliable, scalable, and thoughtfully created and maintained. Solving for best-in-class while constantly improving to streamline with automation and efficiency
Work with contract administration team, partnerships, legal, finance, sales, and customer relations to stay aligned on priorities and outcomes. Proactively engage to identify dependencies and mitigate risks
Define and maintain contracting frameworks, playbooks, and decision models that scale across the organization

What we offer

Offers Equity
Flexible Work Environment: Remote-first organization* with flexible work hours and unlimited PTO
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match to secure your future
Parental Leave: 8 weeks at 100% regardless of state
Company Retreats: Annual company summit trips
Home Office Budget: $1,000 per year for home office improvements

Fulltime

Capital Construction Manager

Amtrak is in the midst of a once-in-a-generation effort to transform New York Pe...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

113200.00 - 146664.00 USD / Year

AMTRAK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required OR equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
7 years of prior relevant experience required
9+ years of relevant experience preferred
Must have extensive railroad industry experience or relevant experience (e.g./ construction and field production methods, operations and procedures) sufficient to plan and direct activities
Demonstrated project/construction management and supervisory experience
Demonstrated planning, scheduling, budget, and finance/cost control experience
Knowledge of FRA regulations, OSHA requirements, and other federal, state, and local regulations and standards sufficient to ensure compliance
Experience demonstrating skill using PC-based word processing and spreadsheet software (e.g., Word, Excel) sufficient to prepare correspondence and manage budget
Demonstrated ability to work under tight time constraints, pressure and multiple priorities
Advance principles of project management, program development, implementation and administration for improvement and maintenance projects.

Job Responsibility

Directs, manages, and coordinates construction of projects and programs to ensure that critical issues are addressed.
Responsible for project management functions including design, review resource planning, provide information for scheduling and integration, implementation, cost control, reports and closeout with respect to design and construction.
Responsible for the implementation of technical standards, policies, and procedures related to the construction discipline
Assists with the coordination of all construction activities between Amtrak personnel and contractors. Ensures effective utilization and scheduling of third-party contractors force account labor
Builds and maintains relationships with internal/external customers to accomplish objectives and provide effective communication
Maintains a teamwork environment with peers across the NYPennT team
Assist with development of scope, schedules, estimates and cost-control measures for both short and long-term resource planning
Prepares construction cost estimates and schedules in coordination with the Sr. Construction Manager and the Principal Project Manager.
Responsible for preparing force account resource requests, tracking force account labor, material, and other resources.
Assist with oversight of project budgets

What we offer

health, dental, and vision plans
health savings accounts
wellness programs
flexible spending accounts
401K retirement plan with employer match
life insurance
short and long term disability insurance
paid time off
back-up care
adoption assistance

Fulltime

Senior Principal Contract Administrator

As a Senior Principal Contract Administrator in the Tactical Solutions contracts...

Location

United States , Westminster

Salary:

118747.00 - 201870.00 USD / Year

Baesystems

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS/BA in a related field plus 8 or more years related experience
Experience in a contracts function or equivalent experience in DoW contracting
Sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with company personnel, leadership, and customers
Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to make decisions using sound judgement while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations
Computer skills to maintain contract records within our business systems as well as demonstrated research and presentation skills
Expert-level hands-on knowledge and experience with the FAR and DFARS
U.S. Citizenship Required
U.S. Person Required
Must be willing and eligible for security clearance submission

Job Responsibility

Provide active contract negotiation and administration on a variety of programs encompassing all phases of the contract life cycle (pre-proposal through contract closeout)
Collaborate with other employees in the department, cross-functionally and with program personnel, and for establishing effective relationships with key customers
Be the contracting expert in the room when working with program teams
Review contracts and related documents to assess risk to the company and recommend mitigation approaches
Ensure compliance with various federal regulations and BAE Systems policies
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company
Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment
Perform other duties as necessary

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings accounts
A 401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Legal plan
Discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays

Fulltime

Principal Contracts Administrator

Baesystems

Location:
United States , Manchester

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

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Job Posted:
March 04, 2026

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