Sr. Contracts Specialist

Job Family :

Federal Contracts (ESA)

Travel Required :

Up to 10%

Clearance Required :

Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph

What You Will Do:

As a Sr. Contracts Specialist, you will be a part of the contracts team for a federal government R&D organization providing support for the entire program lifecycle, from source selection activities through contract closeout. Leverage expertise in negotiation, handle multiple priorities effectively, work with a wide variety of technical and project management staff, and apply knowledge of risk assessments and federal procurement topics. Working in a team environment, you will act as an advisor regarding legal requirements, client specifications, and government regulations to streamline the acquisition process and maximize client resources.

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a polygraph

• Bachelor's degree

• FIVE (5) years of experience as a contracts professional in the industry or a contracting officer in the federal government. Experience should include, but not be limited to:

• Intel Community experience with contracts or subcontracts

• Experience with procurement lifecycle, from source selection activities through closeout.

• Experience with Requests for Information (RFI) and Broad Agency Announcements (BAA)

• Experience with evaluation of cost and price procedures/techniques to evaluate offers

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• Demonstrated knowledge of and the formation and administration of different government contract types

• Demonstrated proficient knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) AND with Non-FAR based instruments such as Other Transaction Agreements

• Assist with the preparation of contract award and modification packages for final review and approval

• Ability to be self-directed and work under minimal supervision

• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with personnel at all levels

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functional teams

• Experience working in a closed areas with moderate oversight.

• Prior experience as a lead on a contract

• Experience entering and maintaining contract data into a contract management system.

The annual salary range for this position is $85,000.00-$141,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer :

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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