Senior Contract Specialist (Contract Contingent)

Senior Contract Specialist (Contract Contingent)

The employee will provide the cost analysis, advise on the source selection, formulate negotiation strategies, and all relevant phases of contract administration in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The employee will participate in the coordination of the acquisition strategy. This will include a multiphase approach and the exit criteria for each of those phases. The employee will also support all pre-award activities as outlined by the FAR and other relevant regulations and laws.

The Contract Specialist will perform the following tasks on behalf of the contract function of a large federal agency that uses external vendors to perform a wide array of services.

Pre-Award Support Tasks:

• Provide support for all pre-award activities as required
• Oversee the integration of program planning and acquisition planning
• Conduct compliance review with our client and federal rules and regulations
• Evaluate the coordination activities surrounding the formulation of the acquisition package
• Assist in developing independent government cost estimates
• Assist in developing PWS/SOW/SOO documents
• Assist in developing and updating contract milestone plans
• Recommending acquisition strategy
• Assist in preparing justifications for other than full and open competition
• Issuing solicitations via all mediums required
• Assist in reviewing proposals/quotes for accuracy and consistency
• Assist in the technical evaluation of proposals/quotes
• Assist in performing price/cost analysis
• Print and complete various documents associated with contract award

Have a demonstrated knowledge of Federal Government contract evaluations, practices, tools and protocols

Have at least 5 years of experience supporting contract activities for the federal government

Have strong oral and written communication skills (English) and demonstrate knowledge of proper grammar, spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and terminology commonly used in business office environments to prepare contract materials (pre, during and post)

Be fully competent in using federal government contract technology applications (pre, during and post award)

Have strong analytical skills

Have a strong customer service mindset

Be able to make independent judgments and recommendations with confidence

Be capable of proficiently operating copiers, facsimile machines, word processors, microcomputer, printer, modems, and/or computer terminal using a standard typewriter style keyboard with additional function keys to produce work accurately and efficiently

Master's degree preferred. Bachelors degree required from a nationally accredited institution or 7+ years experience as a Contract SME.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
• Judgment exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Business Tools understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors
• Curiosity the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
• Humility exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
• Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

• Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with full Gold Level (Tier 1) Group Medical Benefits, Pretax Employee Benefit Plan, plus performance incentives
• Group Health Insurance Health Benefits: Group Health Insurance Including Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance: Contributions are deducted from pay on a Pretax basis - Employee and family coverage is available with employer contribution of 50% of Employee (only) premiums under the Health and Vision Plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield NC (Blue Options Medical Plan Code: PB07840 / Metallic Level: Gold - - bcbsnc.com?) and Dental Plan (Ameritas -
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement. Eligible employees can make before-tax contributions to the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to help you save for retirement. Contributions are deducted from pay on a pretax basis. A wide range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner available to assist you. The Plan is a Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Vacation And Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits: The flexibility of Paid Time Off (PTO) lets you set your own priorities. Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a parent-teacher conference, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days 2 weeks | Holidays - 10 Federal Government.
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The ProSidian Corporate Perks Benefit Program - Helping You Do More With Less: This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis.
• Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes; oftentimes there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials based on past, present, and future work.
• Leverageable Experience and Thought Leadership: By collaborating with firm leadership, other members of the team, as well as Fellows and collaborating partners in what is a flat organization, you'll make valuable professional connections, interact with clients daily, gain leverageable Experience, and contribute to Thought Leadership while you build a basket of marketable experiences.
• ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to $5k for all referrals (payments made after new hire has been employed for 90 days) for candidates submitted through our Employee Referral Program.
• Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
• Flexible Spending Account: Pending