Senior Contract Specialist Government Contracts (REMOTE)

Overview

This role involves cradle-to-grave contract administration, as directed by the Associate Director of Government Contract Management. Responsibilities include supporting one or more Business Areas and providing guidance to internal stakeholders on contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administer a wide variety of Government contracts (from solicitation through closeout), including all contract types, commercial and non-commercial sales (FAR Parts 15 and 12), and monitor contract performance.
• Review solicitations, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quote (RFQs), and other bid opportunities; support proposal strategy, compliance reviews, and preparation of compliant responses.
• Lead or support contract negotiations with Government agencies, prime contractors, and commercial customers consistent with business unit/company objectives; document negotiations, agreements, and resulting contractual obligations.
• Review contractual documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance with contract terms, conditions, and applicable federal regulations; build consensus from internal stakeholders prior to signature/acceptance.
• Support compliance with applicable Government contracting regulations, including FAR, agency supplements, ethics requirements, mandatory disclosures, small business subcontracting requirements, and flow-down obligations.
• Respond to internal and external customers regarding contract issues, audits, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor program performance for scope changes and take appropriate action.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on contract requirements, including the FAR and contract terms and conditions.
• Work within program teams and act as a liaison between internal teams and the external customer.
• Complete contract administration responsibilities for each contract action accurately and timely.
• Administer Government Property compliance activities, including property tracking, reporting, audits, inventory requirements, disposition activities, and coordination with site operations to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Manage Service Contract reporting and Contractor Manpower reporting requirements and coordinate with program control.
• If applicable, support prime contract and subcontract administration activities, including review and implementation of required Government contract flow-down provisions.
• Maintain detailed and compliant contract files.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in business administration or related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of seven years related experience administering Government contracts, both commercial and non-commercial.
• Demonstrated ability interpreting and applying the FAR, DFARS, agency supplements (including HHSAR), and Government contract compliance requirements.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in place of the specific education and experience listed.
• Experience with GSA Schedules desired; familiarity with all contract types; experience with contract negotiations.
• Certification/Licensure: NCMA certification, or equivalent professional certification desired but not required.
• Self-starter with ability to multi-task.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational skills; social awareness; attention to detail.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills; ability to prioritize and re-evaluate priorities as situations change.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, Outlook, SharePoint, Smartsheet, SAP, and virtual collaboration platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• GSA Schedules experience.
• NCMA certification or equivalent professional certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual pay range (USA): $110K - $130K USD.
• Salary varies within the range based on factors including experience, skills, education, certifications, location, and any collective agreements, if applicable.
• Remote candidates located outside the USA: relevant pay range varies based on country and location.
• Benefits may include: bonus/incentives based on performance, 401K, paid time off, stock purchase program, health and wellness coverage, employee and family wellbeing support programs, and work life balance flexibility (based on position).

Location

• USA (with compensation range specified above).
• Remote candidates located outside the USA are eligible, with pay range varying by country and location.