Contracts Administrator - Early Career

Overview

We are a tech company focused on federal contracting solutions, partnering with government and enterprise customers to address complex challenges in the digital landscape. We value curiosity, creativity, and flexibility as we iterate to deliver impactful results. Ridgeline offers a solid work-life balance, flexible remote options, and a culture that prioritizes teamwork.

We are at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions to the federal government and are seeking an early career Contracts Administrator with a background in federal contracting, including subcontracts. This role focuses on administration and management of our subcontracts portfolio, including federal subcontracts, commercial partner and vendor agreements, and independent contractor agreements. You will work with a team that supports critical government programs and contribute to contract execution and compliance.

• Handle NDAs, Teaming Agreements, Service Agreements, and Purchase Orders.
• Oversee the full subcontract lifecycle from proposal through closeout, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with program managers, finance, legal, and business development to address contractual requirements and provide strategic advice.
• Maintain contract files and records in Deltek Costpoint; manage day-to-day contract actions and prepare official correspondence and deliverables.

• First 6 months: Gain understanding of Ridgeline’s subcontracts, agreements portfolio, and related compliance and operational processes.
• Transition to full administrative ownership of Ridgeline’s subcontracts and Independent Contractor processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Establish trusted relationships with key internal stakeholders (Program Managers and Project Managers) to align on contract execution.

• By the end of your first year: Demonstrate readiness to expand scope of responsibility with additional portfolio management duties and complex agreements as needed.
• Proactively identify opportunities to streamline subcontract administration.

• Ability to obtain a US Government Security Clearance
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in federal contracting
• Good communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Hybrid position with 3-4 days in Tysons Corner, VA office; ability to attend in-person meetings in the National Capital Region

• CostPoint experience (Project Setup)
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience considered in lieu of a degree)

• Innovative environment where your ideas are valued
• Collaborative culture with a focus on shared goals
• Career growth and professional development opportunities

• Flexible PTO and holidays
• Generous 401k match up to 10%, with a 3% safe harbor contribution
• Medical (HSA & PPO), dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Employer contribution to HSA
• Learning & development opportunities and professional coaching
• Get the technology you need to do your job
• Free daily snacks and drinks

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time and occasionally move about the office
• Constantly work with computers and information technology equipment
• Ability to communicate information in a classroom style format and stand at a podium if needed

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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