Senior Contract Specialist / Team Lead

DPI; Brasil; Teletrabalho; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A dynamic contracting firm is seeking a Senior Contract Specialist / Team Lead to manage complex federal contracting activities. This full-time position requires deep expertise in federal contracting processes and leadership skills to oversee a team. Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience and a relevant bachelor's degree. The role offers visibility and influence within a collaborative team environment, though only applicants from the greater Washington, DC area will be considered due to occasional in-person requirements.

Serviços

Leadership opportunity

Diverse contracting portfolio

Collaborative team environment

Qualificações

• At least 10 years of federal contracting experience, including one year at the GS-15 level or equivalent.
• Deep understanding of cradle-to-grave contracting processes and FAR application.
• Experience overseeing contract specialists in a complex services procurement environment.

Responsabilidades

• Manage full lifecycle acquisition activities per Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Serve as primary liaison with program staff, ensuring service quality.
• Lead a team of contract professionals, providing mentorship and training.

Conhecimentos

Federal contracting experience

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or contracts

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Title: Senior Contract Specialist / Team Lead
Location: Remote (Greater Washington, DC Area Only)
Clearance: Public Trust (or ability to obtain)
Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a Senior Contract Specialist III to serve as both a senior acquisition professional and the site lead for an experienced team supporting a federal agency. This is a high-visibility role requiring deep expertise in cradle-to-grave federal contracting and strong skills in client relationship management and team oversight.

Please note: While this position is remote, only candidates based in the greater Washington, DC area will be considered due to occasional in-person client meetings and team coordination requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage complex, full lifecycle acquisition activities in compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

• Serve as the primary liaison with program staff, providing strategic contracting guidance and ensuring service quality

• Lead and support a team of contract professionals, providing mentorship, reviewing work products, and facilitating training

• Develop acquisition strategies, write solicitation documents, evaluate proposals, and negotiate contracts and modifications

• Conduct detailed price/cost analyses, including for hybrid contract types such as FFP, FPIF, and CPAF

• Oversee post-award functions including performance monitoring, invoice review, closeouts, and terminations

• Support the MCC COR program through tracking certifications, assisting with training, and issuing COR designation letters

• Participate in team meetings, support new personnel onboarding, and contribute to internal policy development

Required Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of federal contracting experience, including one year at the GS-15 level or equivalent

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (business, finance, law, contracts, etc.)

• Deep understanding of cradle-to-grave contracting processes and FAR application

• Experience serving as a Team Lead overseeing contract specialists in acomplex services procurementand contract administration environment

• Ability to analyze acquisition challenges and develop tailored solutions

• Skilled in negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree

• DAWIA or FAC-C Level III certification, or NCMA CFCM/CPCM

Why Join Us:

• Leadership opportunity with client visibility and influence

• Diverse, impactful contracting portfolio

• Collaborative and experienced team environment