Contract Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Contract Specialist (Federal Government Agency)

Location: Washington, DC (Northwest DC) – Hybrid (Onsite Required)
Position Type: Long-Term Contract (12-Month Initial Term with Options to Extend)
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship Required
Pay Range: $45-$47 hr

Position Overview

A Federal Government Agency is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Specialist to support a high-profile federal acquisition program. This is a long-term contract opportunity with an initial one-year period of performance and options for extension. The selected candidate will work in a hybrid environment with regular onsite support required in Northwest Washington, DC .

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing complex federal acquisitions, procurement policy, acquisition governance, and project management. This role requires the ability to work independently while managing multiple high-priority procurement actions and providing guidance on complex contracting matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage complex and non-standard federal procurements, including construction contracts.
• Develop acquisition strategies, contract specifications, and solicitation documents for complex procurements.
• Conduct contract negotiations and resolve technical and contractual issues.
• Coordinate procurement requirements among multiple stakeholders and end users.
• Resolve contract disputes and provide recommendations on procurement matters.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal acquisition regulations, procurement laws, policies, and procedures.
• Perform acquisition planning and provide expertise in acquisition governance and procurement policy.
• Provide technical guidance and support to contracting staff as needed.
• Maintain strong customer relationships through responsive and professional service.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Economics, Mathematics, English, Government, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 10+ years of experience in acquisition management, project management, acquisition governance, procurement policy, or related disciplines.
• Federal government contracting experience is strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of federal contracting regulations, procurement laws, policies, standards, and best practices.
• Experience with government and commercial contracting statutes, regulations, solicitation development, and procurement principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to independently manage complex procurement actions.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and prepare procurement-related documentation of moderate to high complexity.

Required Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)

Required Certifications

Candidates must possess one or more of the following:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• FAC-C
• FAC-P/PM
• DAWIA Certification (or equivalent)

Work Schedule

• Hybrid work environment with regular onsite support required in Northwest Washington, DC .
• Initial 12-month contract with strong potential for extension.

If you are an experienced federal acquisition professional with a strong background in complex contracting and procurement, we encourage you to apply for this long-term opportunity supporting a Federal Government Agency.

The client's infrastructure has plenty of areas in professional growth!

Company Description

The client's infrastructure has plenty of areas in professional growth!