Contract Specialist - Federal Contracting

Censeo Consulting; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Censeo Consulting is seeking a Contract Specialist in Washington, DC. The role focuses on providing innovative procurement solutions and supports federal clients by developing and implementing procurement policies. Responsibilities include lifecycle planning, stakeholder liaison, and delivering advisory support to senior executives.

The ideal candidate should have a BA/BS degree, at least 5 years of relevant experience, FAC-C Certification, and strong skills in federal acquisition processes. This full-time position may allow for hybrid or remote work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of federal government acquisition management experience.
• Current or previous FAC-C Certification or equivalent required.
• Direct experience with federal acquisition processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition lifecycle planning and execution support.
• Deliver expert advisory support regarding the acquisition lifecycle.
• Ensure on-time completion of deliverables related to procurement actions.

Skills

Federal procurement principles

Acquisition lifecycle management

Customer service skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Analytic skills

Education

BA/BS from an accredited university

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Contract Specialist - Federal Contracting

The Position:

We are looking for passionate, driven candidates to help solve our client’s complex problems and guide them towards operational success. As a Contract Specialist, you will work closely with our federal client to provide innovative business strategies, agile procurement solutions, and work with the team to develop and implement the agency procurement policy/processes and provide consulting support to the acquisition team.

• Provides acquisition lifecycle planning and execution support
• Demonstrates knowledge of major acquisition lifecycle environments for strategy development and associated best practices
• Applies knowledge of federal procurement principles, policies, procedures, and standards to implement programmatic requirements
• Provide Integrated Contracts Expert (ICE) support to client team while supporting the engagement
• Ensures on‑time completion of task deliverables and activities such as developing SOWs/PWSs, IGCEs, market research, QASPs, RFPs, project and operational plans, and process improvements
• Delivers expert advisory support to government senior executives, program managers, CORs, and division managers regarding the acquisition lifecycle
• Preparing appropriate pre‑solicitation and solicitation notices for OAS review for the vendor community through appropriate channels and support all aspects of solicitation and evaluation
• Serves as a liaison between the program and acquisition offices on all matters of complex, high‑dollar procurements
• Provide proactive assistance to requesting programs and offices to ensure that requirements are complete and adequate for proceeding with procurement action
• Support all aspects of requesting programs and offices post‑award activities to ensure that requirements are complete and adequate for proceeding with procurement action
• Performs on a team as an individual contributor with a proactive approach to project management

The Ideal Candidate:

• BA/BS from an accredited university
• 5+ years of federal government acquisition management activities
• Current or previous FAC‑C Certification for a minimum of 5 years or civilian equivalent required
• Previous Integrated Contracts Expert (ICE) experience
• Strongly preferred: Professional certification (CPCM, CFCM, and/or DAWIA/FAC‑C III)
• Preferred: Background as a COR and/or Contract Specialist
• Direct experience with federal acquisition processes and activities including development of acquisition documents such as statements of work, market research, and acquisition plans
• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), agency‑specific regulations, and acquisition streamlining initiatives and reforms
• Excellent customer service skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong analytic skills
• Strong understanding of various acquisition approaches and ability to formulate analyses and create comprehensive documentation
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills
• Ability to add value in semi‑unstructured roles, working with diverse groups of stakeholders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of tools, to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint

The Fine Print

• The salary range for this role is $85,000 - $130,000 depending on experience
• Expected travel 10% or less
• This is an exempt, full‑time position
• This role is subject to a hybrid or remote work schedule
• Essential Physical Functions
  • Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time
  • Light Carrying: Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another

Censeo is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.