Contract Specialist

Viceroy NM; New Mexico; Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly performance bonuses

Unlimited PTO

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Viceroy NM is seeking a Government Contract Specialist to manage federal procurement pipelines from identification to post-award fulfillment. This role involves sourcing vendors, preparing compliant bids, and managing post-award tasks. Attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines are crucial. A hybrid work environment is available from our Albuquerque office.

Qualifications include proficiency in Microsoft tools and familiarity with government contracting processes. Compensation is $18–$22/hr plus performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail — missed clauses and misplaced decimals cost real money.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PDF tools.
• Ability to interpret dense government solicitation documents.
• Comfort in a structured, SOP-driven environment with daily KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily opportunity scans across SAM.gov and other portals.
• Perform same-day Green/Red triage on all new opportunities.
• Source manufacturers and distributors, verifying specs.
• Prepare complete, compliant bid packages within 2 business days.
• Submit bids through various portals following Director approval.
• Manage post-award fulfillment tasks effectively.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PDF tools

Interpreting government solicitation documents

Comfort in a structured environment

Tools

SAM.gov

Unison

FedConnect

Job description

Job Title:Government Contract SpecialistCompany:Viceroy NM, LLCLocation:Albuquerque, NM (Remote / Hybrid)Employment Type:Full-TimeCompensation:$18–$22/hr + Quarterly Performance Bonuses

About Viceroy NM

Viceroy NM is a growing federal procurement and technology company headquartered in Albuquerque, NM. We source and deliver products and solutions to 19+ federal agencies — including the U.S. Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Bureau of Prisons, CBP/DHS, and national laboratories such as Sandia and Los Alamos. We've successfully delivered on 13 federal contracts and we're scaling fast.

About the Role

We're looking for a Government Contract Specialist to run federal procurement pipelines from opportunity identification through post-award fulfillment. You'll work inside our proprietary Viceroy Procurement Workstation (VPW), managing daily bid pipelines, sourcing vendors, verifying specs, and submitting compliant bids under the direction of our Director of Procurement.

This is a high-tempo, detail-dependent role built for someone who finds satisfaction in structured, precise work and closing loops quickly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily opportunity scans across SAM.gov, Unison, and agency/lab portals; maintain 20+ active opportunities in VPW at all times
• Perform same-day Green/Red triage on all new opportunities with documented reasoning
• Source manufacturers and distributors; apply the 30-minute vendor search rule and place at least one verification phone call per bid
• Prepare complete, FAR/DFARS-compliant bid packages within 2 business days (technical narrative, pricing schedule, SF-1449, reps & certs, past performance)
• Submit bids through SAM.gov, Unison, or agency portals following Director approval
• Manage post-award fulfillment: purchase orders, WAWF/IPP invoicing, delivery tracking, and contract closeout

Required Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail — missed clauses and misplaced decimals cost real money
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PDF tools
• Ability to interpret dense government solicitation documents
• Comfort in a structured, SOP-driven environment with daily KPIs

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in government contracting, procurement, or compliance
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS clauses and NAICS/PSC codes
• Experience with SAM.gov, Unison, FedConnect, NASA SEWP, or DLA DIBBS
• Background supporting DoD, Bureau of Prisons, or national laboratory procurements
• $18–$22/hour base pay (reviewed annually)
• Quarterly performance bonuses tied to awarded contract volume and pipeline health
• Unlimited PTO
• All 11 federal holidays paid
• Remote or hybrid flexibility from our Albuquerque, NM office

How to Apply

Submit your resume, a brief introduction, 3 professional references, and your LinkedIn profile URL [e-mail] the subject line: Contract Specialist Application: [Your Name]

Learn more: viceroynm.com/contract-specialist