Lead Contractor Administrator

Why join us?

AtkinsRéalis is growing fast in the U.S.—and there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey.

We’re committed to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. That means creating solutions that matter, and building a workplace where every voice is heard, every perspective counts, and everyone belongs.

By connecting people, data, and technology across our global network, we’re tackling some of the world’s most complex challenges. And we’re looking for passionate, driven professionals like you to help shape what’s next.

Let’s build the future—together.

We are seeking a Lead Contract Administrator to join our team in Denver, CO.

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. For over 50 years, we’ve partnered with public and private clients across the U.S. to deliver infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management. Our depth and breadth of expertise enables us to tackle the most technically complex and time-sensitive projects—driving innovation, resilience, and real-world impact where it matters most.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Hires, trains and supervises Contracts Group, including contract and subcontract administrators and contract compliance personnel.

• Assists with negotiating contract terms from proposal stage to project close-out in accordance with relevant regulations.

• Coordinates approval of negotiations, contracts, and subcontracts with appropriate management staff.

• Provides advice on and interpretation of contract requirements.

• Reviews solicitation requests to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.

• Assists in preparation and reviews cost proposals including pricing and scheduling details, coordination of requirements and cost proposal risk assessment.

• Prepares consulting agreements.

• Modifies contract schedules and participates in vendor agreement negotiations when required.

• Ensures timely processing of technical reports and deliverables.

• Coordinates with program managers to ensure contract requirements are fulfilled.

• Assists in the development of internal contract and subcontract administration policy.

• Provides supervision, guidance and work leadership to less-experienced contracts/subcontracts administrators and managers.

• Maintains current knowledge of relevant contractual procedures and practices

What will you contribute?

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field, plus a minimum of ten years relevant experience, five of which must be related to FAR procurement or Federal contract administration OR Master's degree in Business Administration or related field, plus aminimum of eight years relevant experience, five of which must be related to FAR procurement or Federal contract administration.

• Must demonstrate knowledge and working familiarity with the FAR and State law and regulation.

• Experience with multiple contract types, performance-based contracting and GSA is required.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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Expected compensation range is between $130,000 - $150,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.