Contracts Specialist

Eliassen Group; Springfield (IL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Contracts Specialist to manage federal contracts and provide proposal development support. The ideal candidate will have 9–10 years of experience in contract management, specifically with federal government agencies, and a strong understanding of FAR and DFARS. This remote position offers a pay rate of $55 - $60 per hour along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401k with company matching

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 9–10 years of progressive contract management experience with federal government contracts.
• Demonstrated experience with federal agencies.
• Proficiency in FAR and DFARS.

Responsibilities

• Support proposal development for new business opportunities.
• Manage a portfolio of domestic and international contracts/subcontracts.
• Advise management on contractual rights and obligations.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Compliance knowledge

Proposal development

Process improvement

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Job description

Contracts Specialist

Anywhere

Type: Contract

Category: Legal

Industry: Technology

Workplace Type: Remote

Description:

The Contracts Manager will serve as an individual contributor, supporting both pre-award and post-award contract activities. This role provides senior-level leadership within the HJF Contracts Department, focusing on proposal support, contract negotiation, compliance, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with federal government contracts and a strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, and other regulatory frameworks.

Location: Remote / Local to Washington DC

Pay: $55 - $60 an hour

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our W2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Responsibilities:

Pre-Award Activities:

• Support proposal development for new business opportunities
• Review solicitation terms and provide guidance to business development teams
• Interpret funding requests, regulations, and requirements
• Respond to RFIs and RFPs/RFQs, offering clause impact analysis
• Complete compliance matrices for solicitation requirements
• Analyze and negotiate contract terms and conditions
• Collaborate with technical teams, proposal managers, and pricing teams
• Prepare and negotiate NDAs and Teaming Agreements
• Contribute to process improvement and documentation initiatives

Post-Award Activities:

• Manage a portfolio of domestic and international contracts/subcontracts
• Process contractual documentation and reports
• Advise management on contractual rights and obligations
• Set up contracts in HJF’s contract management system and prepare award briefs
• Review contractual documents for compliance and risk
• Engage with federal contracting representatives and clients
• Respond to audits and compliance inquiries
• Maintain and update contract files in accordance with regulations and company policies
• Provide guidance on internal compliance and contribute to contracting strategies

Experience Requirements:

Basic Qualifications:

• 9–10 years of progressive contract management experience with federal government contracts
• Demonstrated experience with federal agencies
• Strong knowledge of contract types: CR, CPFF, CPFF-LOE, FFP, T&M, IDIQ
• Proficiency in FAR and DFARS
• Experience reviewing budgets and pricing for compliance
• Proven negotiation and decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and build strong internal/external relationships
• Exposure to GSA Schedule Orders, BPAs, GWACs, and IDIQs
• Experience with Oracle Fusion (Projects, Contracts, Grants Management)
• Familiarity with cost/price analysis and representation/certification documentation

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree is required

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.