Contract Specialist

The Building People; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability and Short-Term

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

The Building People, LLC is seeking a highly qualified Contract Specialist to support federal contracting efforts. The role emphasizes market research, drafting solicitations, source selection, and cost analysis to ensure compliant, cost-effective contracts.

You will administer contracts, monitor performance, process amendments, and resolve disputes while coordinating with stakeholders and government counterparts.

Qualifications

• At least four (4) years of experience in federal contracting.
• Thorough understanding of the FAR and its supplements.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and acquisition planning.
• Prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs, and IFBs.
• Develop source selection plans and evaluation criteria.
• Perform cost and price analysis.
• Assist in evaluating proposals and quotes.
• Prepare contract award documents.
• Administer contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Monitor contractor performance and progress.
• Process contract modifications.
• Review and process invoices for payment.
• Assist in the resolution of claims and disputes.
• Perform contract closeout procedures.

Skills

Federal contracting

FAR knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Please note that this position is for an upcoming position. We are, however, accepting applications for this anticipated need. If you are interested in joining The Building People, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a Contract Specialist.

The Contract Specialist will:

• Conduct market research and acquisition planning.
• Prepare and issue solicitations, including Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Invitations for Bids (IFBs).
• Develop source selection plans and evaluation criteria.
• Perform cost and price analysis.
• Assist in the evaluation of proposals and quotes.
• Prepare contract award documents.
• Administer contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Monitor contractor performance and progress.
• Process contract modifications.
• Review and process invoices for payment.
• Assist in the resolution of claims and disputes.
• Perform contract closeout procedures.

Required Experience & Skills

• At least four (4) years of experience in federal contracting
• A thorough understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and its supplements
• Excellent written and oral communication skill

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Understanding of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

*Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.

*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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