ERIN E ECKERT
PERATON
Mount Airy,MD
17
years of professional experience
18+ years of experience in contract and subcontract administration, management and a proven track record consistently supporting teams to meet strategic initiatives. Exceptional communication skills combined with demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts and maintain client relationships to ensure successful completion of multifaceted projects. Organized, strategist recognized for leadership and team-building skills, as well as exceptional problem-solving abilities.
Extensive experience in managing contracts and ensuring compliance. Adept at negotiating terms and fostering strong relationships with clients and vendors. Demonstrated ability to streamline processes and mitigate risks through effective contract management and communication skills.
Work History
Sr. Contract Manager
5 Years 4 Months- Led contract negotiations to optimize terms and conditions, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
- Developed and implemented contract management processes, enhancing efficiency in document handling and compliance.
- Integral part of the proposal process ensuring all aspects are of the Request For Proposal are compliant
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in contract administration, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify risks and opportunities within contract frameworks, driving strategic decisions.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of contracts spanning multiple industries and sectors, demonstrating adaptability in addressing unique challenges associated with each project.
- Collaborated with legal counsel to mitigate potential risks associated with contractual agreements and disputes.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing complex contracts, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.
- Increased revenue through skillful negotiations that resulted in advantageous pricing structures without compromising on service quality or project deliverables.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of existing contracts, identifying opportunities for renegotiation and cost reduction.
- Onboarded and trained new staff to keep team efficient and prepare team members to effectively handle demands of simultaneous and large-scale contracts.
- Managed, supervised and controlled execution of contracts ranging from $[Amount] to $[Amount].
- Tracked contracts for management and issued regular tracking reports covering current status and upcoming milestones.
Subcontract Manager
7 Years 4 Months- Developed, negotiated and administered T&M, Labor Hour, Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursable/Award Fee type Subcontracts, Non-disclosure Agreements and Teaming Agreements consistent with government client requirements and in accordance with company, FAR/DFAR procurement policies and procedures.
- Participate on multiple successful Request For Proposal teams as the Subcontract Administrator
- Create modifications, de-obligations and administrative mods in accordance with company policy
- Managed a diverse Subcontract team of 6 employees locally and geographically dispersed: hire, train, assign workload, and coach staff to improve skillset
- Assign and manage work assignments as well as provide direction to staff while ensuring policy and procedures are compliant
- Provide leadership to management and program managers on procurement issues relating to Government subcontracts.
- Work with Senior Management on various aspects of the Supply Chain
- Leadership and guidance to ensure classified proposals are completed promptly and efficiently.
- Participate in Senior Management meetings to discuss the progress of the active subcontractors on multiple programs.
Sr. Subcontract Administrator
4 Years 1 Month- Actively participate in interviews for staff on our team
- Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced employees.
- Actively participate in Senior Program Management Review weekly meetings
- Managing multiple appointments
- Currently responsible for five (5) Request For Proposal efforts.
- Maintain contact with senior level managers regarding the performance of subcontract negotiation, preparation and monitoring.
- Negotiate all terms and conditions for Non-Disclosure and Teaming Agreements
- Developed, negotiated and administered T&M, Labor Hour, Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursable/Award Fee type Subcontracts.
- Prepare and administer subcontracts, task orders and subsequent amendments.
- Prepare and administer Authorization To Proceed letters
- Keep fully informed on all subcontract standards, plans and policies.
- Prepare and support subcontract negotiations.
Sr. Subcontract Administrator
3 Months- Developed, negotiated and administered T&M, Labor Hour, Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursable/Award Fee type Subcontracts, Non-disclosure Agreements and Teaming Agreements consistent with government client requirements and in accordance with company, FAR/DFAR procurement policies and procedures.
- Lead subcontracting support element, coordinating pre-award subcontract proposal functions and make decisions regarding subcontract management approach, and coordinate the subcontract proposal process.
- Created complex subcontract request for proposals in support of prime contract solicitations.
- Conducted a thorough review of prime solicitations ensuring the subcontract RFP contains all appropriate flow-downs and requirements.
- Evaluated subcontract proposals for compliance and risks to the solicitation ensuring all aspects to requirements are considered from pricing or cost to include the management volume.
- Performed price and cost analysis, resulting from negotiation of price/cost and price/cost-related terms and other subcontract or other agreement provisions.
- Supported post-award subcontract management, ensured compliance with required performance criteria, and created and implemented effective acquisition strategies.
Subcontract Administrator
5 Years 4 Months- Developed, negotiated and administered T&M, Labor Hour, Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursable/Award Fee type Subcontracts.
- Responsible for over sixty-five subcontractors funding, invoicing and all CPSR requirements.
- Handled proposals, contracts, and other documents, and issues and coordinated subcontract work orders.
- Actively participated in Senior Program Management Review weekly meetings
- Interacted with all levels of management on the internal team to resolve subcontract issues.
- Collaborated with clients and subcontractors and oversaw compliance.
Skills
In-depth working knowledge of FAR and DFAR
Integral part of the Program team to include daily interaction with the Program Managers and Finance team
Independent
Self-Starter Worker
Interpersonal Skills
Excellent Negotiation Skills
Communicates easily with Senior Level Management
Excellent Leadership Skills
Strong Internal and External Client Relations
Team Management
Problem Solving
Deadlines for all aspects of the Contract
Cost control
Dispute resolution
Legal compliance
Process management
Procurement management
Clearance
TS/SCI Full Scope Poly
Timeline
Sr. Contract Manager
MANTECH Advanced Systems International, Inc.
03.2021 - CurrentRead More
Subcontract Manager
PERATON
03.2019 - CurrentRead More
Sr. Subcontract Administrator
BOOZ Allen Hamilton
02.2015 - 03.2019Read More
Sr. Subcontract Administrator
ASRC Federal Holding Company
11.2014 - 02.2015Read More
Subcontract Administrator
LEIDOS, Inc. (Formerly SAIC)
07.2009 - 11.2014Read More