Project Administrator

1 week ago


Arlington, Virginia, United States Cherokee Nation Businesses Full time

Project Administrator

The Project Administrator will work closely with Program Managers to manage various aspects of contract performance, including project tracking, contract compliance, employee management, and financial controls. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in federal government contracting, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multitask effectively

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Project Administrator: $, to $,

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Project Administrator Responsibilities Include:

Maintain and update all project trackers, documentation, and databases for the portfolio. Participate in briefings and technical meetings with internal and external representatives and customers. Review, understand, and ensure compliance with contract terms, deliverables, and deadlines. Assist the Program Manager in managing, coordinating, and reporting all hiring and onboarding activities to ensure timely and complete staffing of task orders. Assist the PMO with contact with internal and external stakeholders concerning recruiting, onboarding, and security requirements to track and shorten onboarding timelines and problem-solve any issues as needed. Serve as the point of contact for new hires throughout the onboarding process. Manage all documentation and tasks for new hire onboarding and monitor progress for reporting. Assist with the day-to-day management of employees and serve as a major interface with employees. Communicate with employees on daily, weekly, and monthly schedules related to timekeeping, annual trainings, task order renewals, and company policies and changes. Direct employees in preparing travel requests, booking travel, and preparing expense reports. Assist with reviewing travel requests and expense reports for completeness and funding. Guide employees with corrections as needed. Assist with reviewing, approving/rejecting, and directing corrections with employee timekeeping and leave requests. Train and assist employees with timesheet setup, policies, and procedures. Conduct employee onboarding meetings, hands-on training, and troubleshooting as needed. Monitor and track timesheets and government concurrence for monthly invoicing. Assist in preparing a variety of monthly progress reports, budgets, and financial reports. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Project Administrator Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of one year of related experience. Experience in federal government contracting preferred. Team-oriented professional with a mission-driven focus. Excellent organization skills. Able to manage multiple projects and assignments efficiently, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a strong attention to detail. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Must be motivated and able to work independently with minimal direction and supervision. Forward-thinking with great decision-making and problem-solving skills. Skilled in common business software applications Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint, as well as timekeeping, accounting, and management tools and portals. Full performance level shall be considered after the -day probationary period upon meeting minimum education and experience requirements.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. The company takes a personalized approach to solving our clients' toughest challenges, helping you make the most of your skills. CNSS is part of Cherokee Federal – a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. For more information, visit

Similar job titles: Project Coordinator, Contract Administrator, Program Assistant, Project Support Specialist, Project Management Administrator

Keywords: Project Administration, Government Contracting, Task Order Management, Financial Management, Employee Recruiting, Onboarding

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