Federal Contract Specialist: Construction & Facilities

GSA; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Sick leave and vacation time

Thrift Savings Plan

Transit and child care subsidies

Flexible spending accounts

Long-term care insurance

Training and development

Job summary

GSA seeks a Contract Specialist to procure a wide range of design, construction, services and/or supplies using a variety of acquisition methods and vehicles.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, preparing solicitations, administering contracts, negotiating changes, and closeout activities. Candidates must meet GS-12 requirements and be eligible for Federal service, with a strong background in contracting and procurement.

Qualifications

• Resume must clearly demonstrate meeting specialized experience described.
• Resume should not exceed two pages.
• Include name, address, phone, email, and detailed job history.

Responsibilities

• Review requests for procurements; determine method of procurement and contract type.
• Prepare solicitations and review proposals; develop specialized provisions and clauses.
• Administer awarded contracts and liaise with contractors to interpret obligations.
• Execute modifications; negotiate delivery and schedule changes and price adjustments.
• Close out contracts and review termination notices; assess settlement costs.

Skills

Contracting knowledge

Pre-award experience

Negotiation skills

Vendor evaluation

Budget/Cost analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in any field

24 semester hours in applicable fields (contracts, purchasing, economics, etc.)

Job description

GSA seeks a Contract Specialist to procure a wide range of design, construction, services and/or supplies using a variety of acquisition methods and vehicles.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, preparing solicitations, administering contracts, negotiating changes, and closeout activities. Candidates must meet GS-12 requirements and be eligible for Federal service, with a strong background in contracting and procurement.