Acquisition Project Manager IV

Hive Group, LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Hive Group, LLC seeks a Senior Federal Acquisition & Procurement Specialist to lead complex pre-award activities for mission-critical federal programs. You will work with COs, CSs, CORs, and PMs to ensure compliant, high-impact solicitations.

Role requires FAR-based pre-award expertise: market research, TOR/RFQ/AP/SOW, IGCE, TEP, and J&A/D&F. Translate requirements into clear documents, identify risks, and support vendor outreach and industry days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years federal contracting experience or 8+ years with PM experience.
• Experience drafting and evaluating complex procurement documentation.
• Strong knowledge of FAR pre-award processes and procurement structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-dollar pre-award procurements with CO/CS/COR and program managers.
• Conduct market research and evaluate contract vehicles; set milestone schedules.
• Prepare TOR, RFQ, AP, SOW/PWS, IGCE, TEP, J&A, and D&F.
• Collaborate with IPTs to translate IT and mission requirements into solicitations.
• Identify risks and mitigation strategies; support vendor outreach and industry days.
• Assist in vendor proposal reviews and prepare evaluation reports.

Skills

Federal contracting

Technical writing

Market research

Acquisition strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Position Summary

Hive Group is seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Senior Federal Acquisition & Procurement Specialist to support complex, mission-critical federal program initiatives. In this role, you will lead complex, high-visibility pre-award acquisition processes in close partnership with Contracting Officers (CO), Contract Specialists (CS), Contracting Officer’s Representatives (COR), and Program Managers.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise across the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) pre-award lifecycle—driving market research, crafting robust procurement packages, and translating complex technical requirements into compliant solicitation documents. This position offers a strategic opportunity to manage major enterprise procurements while ensuring compliance and operational delivery across federal engagements.

Key Responsibilities

• Concurrently and independently guide complex, high-dollar federal procurements through the pre-award lifecycle, providing expert technical and acquisition strategy advice to client stakeholders.
• Conduct market research, evaluate contract vehicle alternatives (e.g., GWACs, Federal Supply Schedules, IDIQs, Full & Open Competition), and establish milestone schedules to meet mission timelines.
• Author, review, and assemble complete pre-award procurement packages, including Task Order Requests (TOR), Requests for Quotes (RFQ), Acquisition Plans (AP), Statements of Work/PWS, Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), Technical Evaluation Plans (TEP), Justifications & Approvals (J&A), and Determination & Findings (D&F).
• Collaborate with technical leads and Integrated Product Teams (IPT) to translate IT and mission requirements into clear, defensible solicitation documents.
• Identify contractual, technical, and schedule risks across the acquisition lifecycle and formulate effective mitigation strategies.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for vendor outreach, pre-proposal conferences, industry days, Q&A cycles, and oral presentations.
• Support Technical Evaluation Boards (TEB) by assisting in vendor proposal reviews and drafting clear, audit-ready technical evaluation reports.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 6+ years of professional federal contracting experience (including 2+ years of dedicated federal acquisition project management experience); OR 8+ years of federal contracting experience with 4+ years of dedicated federal acquisition project management experience in lieu of a degree.
• Demonstrated track record of drafting, reviewing, or evaluating complex professional services and technology-centric procurement documentation.
• Strong knowledge of federal procurement processes, standard solicitation structures, and proposal development methodologies.
• Exceptional technical writing, editing, and analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• In-depth understanding of various federal contract types, vehicles, and procurement structures under the FAR.
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments with tight client delivery schedules.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a favorable federal background check (Public Trust eligibility required).

Preferred Qualifications

• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Word (advanced formatting, custom templates, styles, and desktop publishing capabilities for client deliverables).
• Prior experience supporting large-scale enterprise acquisitions or major multi-award contract vehicles (GWACs, IDIQs, OASIS/MAS, or agency assisted acquisition centers).

Compensation and Benefits

The estimated compensation range for this position is $100,000 – $145,000 annually, depending on geographic location, specialized skills, relevant acquisition experience, and certifications.

Hive Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including top-tier health/dental/vision coverage, retirement matching, paid leave, federal holidays, and professional development support.

A Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Hive Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affermative Action employer dedicated to fair and unbiased employment decisions. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex (including gender and transgender status), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic partner or civil union status, gender identity, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Our hiring and promotion decisions are based exclusively on an individual’s qualifications and suitability for the role.

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