[Hiring] Senior Subcontracts Administrator @CBRE Government & Defense Services

Role Description

The Senior Subcontracts Administrator is responsible for developing, standardizing, and strengthening subcontracting operations across all CBRE Government & Defense Services portfolios. This full-time, salaried position reports to the Senior Manager of Subcontracts & Procurement and works closely with Operations and cross-functional teams to establish consistent subcontracting practices, manage assigned subcontracts, and ensure compliance with federal contracting regulations and company policies.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in subcontract administration, advanced knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and demonstrated expertise in process improvement and change management.

Serving as the first point of escalation for subcontracting matters, this position provides guidance to subcontract administration staff, proactively identifies risks, and delivers practical solutions to support operational efficiency and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related functional discipline.
• Minimum of six (6) years of end-to-end subcontract administration experience within a government contracting environment.
• Demonstrated experience in subcontract process improvement, standardization, and organizational change management.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of federal acquisition processes, FAR/DFARS requirements, and labor laws applicable to government contractors, including the Service Contract Act and Davis-Bacon Act.
• Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to manage complex subcontract terms and align procurement strategies with program and organizational objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate contractual risks, costs, and performance issues, develop practical solutions, and proactively address potential concerns.
• Strong relationship-building and collaborative leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively across Business Development, Operations, Finance, Legal, and Supply Chain.
• Ability to mentor and support the professional development of junior subcontract administrators.
• Adaptability and sound judgment when managing competing priorities, tight deadlines, audits, and evolving regulatory requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex contractual matters clearly and provide concise, actionable updates to leadership and program managers.
• Strong project and program management capabilities, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Base Salary Range: $90,000–$110,000 annually.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Eligible employees may have access to a range of benefits, including medical coverage, well-being programs, financial planning resources, and short-term incentive opportunities.