Senior Contracts Specialist

Senior Contracts SpecialistPueo is known for bringing the best talent and unique tools to every opportunity. Pueo's Parliament (aka workforce) is composed of professionals who are seeking the opportunity to work in a business organization that thrives on career development and independence. In support of mission and professional growth, our Parliament has supported the development of multiple patents, proprietary tools, and applications as well as trademarked processes.Our organization emphasizes career development across multiple career environments (at the members own pace) and ensures those who contribute broadly are properly rewarded. Pueo has four career environments where every member of the parliament can participate. Each environment has opportunities available for all levels. Opportunities are framed by an employee's desires and capabilities, and we ensure challenges, growth, and unique experiences are available for employees at all levels.Our Career Environments (Program, Functional, Service, and Leadership) provide numerous opportunities for employees to invest in their personal growth and those things that offer fulfillment. We invest in helping our members create and execute their career development plans. Our Pods (small teams of 5 or less) are comprised of personnel with similar skillsets to ensure mentorship, understanding, and peer support.About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Specialist to join our growing team in support of a dynamic government contracting portfolio. This is a hands-on, high-impact role for a contracts professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of their work, and can manage a diverse workload with minimal oversight. You will serve as a key contributor to the contracts function, supporting the full lifecycle of agreements across multiple programs and clients.This is not a position for someone who needs direction on every task—we are looking for a seasoned contracts professional who can pick up a complex portfolio, assess what needs attention, and execute without being managed. You will operate as a peer-level contributor alongside existing contracts leadership, owning your workload end-to-end across a mixed portfolio of government prime contracts, subcontracts, and commercial agreements.This role reports directly to senior leadership. Expect high autonomy, direct access to decision-makers, and an environment where sound judgment matters.Key ResponsibilitiesFull lifecycle administration of a mixed contract portfolio spanning IDIQs, task orders, GSA Schedule, and cost-type (CPFF) contractsDrafting, negotiating, and executing NDAs, teaming agreements, subcontracts, and contract modificationsSubcontractor compliance and flow-down management, including FAR/DFARS clause applicability analysisSBA joint venture agreement administration and operational complianceIncurred cost submission preparation and DCAA audit support coordinationContract management system maintenance accurate, audit-ready records at all timesProposal pricing support on an as-needed basis, including labor category mapping and cost narrative reviewRisk identification and escalation, you spot problems before they become disputesRequired Qualifications5–10 years of hands-on contracts experience in a government contracting environment, prime and sub, not just one sideDemonstrated ability to manage a complex, multi-vehicle portfolio independentlyDeep working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and cost accounting principlesDirect experience with IDIQ/task order vehicles, GSA Schedule administration, and cost-type contractsFamiliarity with SBA joint venture structures and compliance requirementsExperience supporting incurred cost submissions and interfacing with DCAAProficiency with at least one contract management system (Unanet, Deltek Costpoint, JAMIS, or equivalent)Proposal pricing support experience able to map LCATs, validate rates, and support proposal cost volumeSharp written communication your correspondence is clear, precise, and needs minimal revisionExperience with GSA Schedule and/or GWAC/IDIQ vehiclesExposure to DCAA/DCMA oversight environmentsPrior experience supporting both prime and subcontract roles simultaneouslyPueo is an equal employment opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Pueo takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance diversity and inclusion of individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.