Contracts Specialist II (3520)

Freddie Mac; Carlsbad (NM); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading federal contractor is seeking a highly experienced Contract Specialist to support clean energy and environmental projects. The role involves drafting contract modifications, reviewing deliverables, and coordinating with federal agencies. Candidates should have extensive contracting experience and strong critical thinking skills. This position offers a flexible remote work arrangement with some travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of contracting experience in acquisition support functions.
• Expert knowledge of FAR, DEAR, and procurement guidance.

Responsibilities

• Draft various contract modifications and memorandums for records.
• Review contractor deliverables requiring responses from the Contracting Officer.
• Facilitate bi-weekly meetings with CO and document meeting minutes.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Job description

Employer Industry: Federal Contracting and Environmental Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity to work with an award-winning federal contractor focused on clean energy and environmental solutions
- Flexible remote work arrangement with some travel required
- Collaborative work environment with a commitment to quality and safety
- Engaging projects supporting the Department of Energy and other federal agencies
- Competitive pay and an opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects in nuclear and environmental fields

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Draft various contract modifications and memorandums for records based on communications and policy updates
- Review contractor deliverables requiring responses from the Contracting Officer (CO)
- Coordinate and apply review results from impact assessments into contract modifications or further discussions
- Support the development of Performance Evaluation Management Plans (PEMP) and provide draft performance evaluation input
- Facilitate bi-weekly meetings with CO and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and document meeting minutes

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor's Degree or higher (MBA, PhD, etc.) with a minimum of 15 years of contracting experience in acquisition support functions
- Expert knowledge of FAR, DEAR, and procurement and acquisition guidance
- Proven ability to navigate and research acquisition-related documents
- Strong critical thinking skills to achieve task objectives efficiently
- Experience in drafting contractual correspondence and revising procedures based on lessons learned

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with Department of Energy (DOE) and Environmental Management (EM) processes
- Previous DOE contracting experience highly preferred
- Experience in supporting audits and assessments
- Background in program/project management support

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