Mid/Senior Contract Specialist

PolyCon Solutions; Atlantic City (NJ); Presencial; USD 95 000 - 125 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Benefits package

Paid time off

Resumo da oferta

PolyCon Solutions is seeking a Mid/Senior Contract Specialist to support a federal client with acquisition needs in New Jersey. The role emphasizes post-award contract administration, funds tracking, and occasional pre-award work.

The ideal candidate will have experience with the FAA AMS or FAR, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while ensuring compliance and quality in all contracting actions.

Qualificações

• Experience applying FAR/AMS policy or FAA AMS guidance.
• Ability to craft clear acquisition documents (SIR artifacts, SOWs, D&Fs, modifications).
• Strong Excel-based analytics and reporting skills.
• Minimum 4 years Federal contract administration experience.

Responsabilidades

• Advise client on acquisition matters from pre-award to closeout.
• Serve as focal point for communications on client projects.
• Prepare and revise documents for executive reviews (IGCE, BCP, Acquisition Strategy Plans).
• Develop and maintain acquisition schedules using MS Project or Excel.
• Oversee procurement documents, modifications, and FOIA requests.
• Conduct market research and cost/price analysis.

Conhecimentos

FAR/AMS experience

Excel skills

Written & verbal communication

Project management

Security clearance eligibility

Multitasking in fast-paced env

Formação académica

Bachelor's + 24 credit hours business

Ferramentas

MS Project

Descrição da oferta de emprego

PolyCon Solutions is seeking Mid/Senior Contract Specialist to support our federal client with their acquisition needs. This is a general interest opening and is not tied to a specific job opening. The ideal candidate will have experience with the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Acquisition Management System (AMS) and strong Excel capabilities. Support is primarily needed in post-award contract administration and funds tracking, with occasional pre-award work.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a trusted adviser to the client in all acquisition related matters, from pre-award strategic planning to contract close out actions.
• Serves as the focal point for all communication on client projects.
• Contributes to the preparation, review, and revision of contract documents for executive level reviews such as: Acquisition Strategy Plans, Business Cases, Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), etc.
• Develops and maintains acquisition schedules using MS Project or Excel; interprets and reports progress accordingly.
• Oversees the preparation, tracking, configuration and archival of all procurement documents, i.e., contract modifications, determination and findings, FOIA requests, etc.
• Performs a full range of contracting duties and responsibilities for assigned acquisitions, which may include acquisition planning, pre-solicitation, negotiation and award, contract termination, contract monitoring, review of complex invoices, contract modification, performance monitoring and feedback, resolution of performance problems and payments, and pre- and post-award contract review.
• Performs market research and analysis.
• Uses primarily firm fixed-price, time and materials, indefinite delivery, or similar contracts using standard clauses.
• Prepares letters, memoranda, documents, or reports that support contractual actions or recommendations.
• Interprets technical, legal, and audit policies, guidelines, or decisions to assess the impact of procurement and contract performance.

Required Qualifications

• Successful experience implementing or applying the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) or, the FAA's Acquisition Management System (AMS) policy, best practices or guidelines is required. Familiarity with the AMS is preferred.
• Successful experience working in a complex procurement environment with multiple Contracting Officers (COs) and various procurements.
• Demonstrated ability to independently craft clear and concise acquisition documents to include Screening Information Request (SIR) artifacts, Statements of Work or Statements of Objectives, Determination & Findings, Contract Modifications etc.
• Experience with various types of contracts (T&M, CPAF, CPIF, CPFF, FFP) and cost/price analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to negotiate effectively.
• Moderate to advanced Excel skills.
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.
• Ability to complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with strong project management skills.
• Must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Public Trust security clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Successful experience implementing or applying AMS policy, best practices or guidelines.
• Successful experience managing complex procurements while supporting multiple COs and/or Program Offices.
• Experience in all types of contracts (T&M, CPAF, CPIF, CPFF, FFP) and cost/price analysis.
• PMP or CFCM Certification.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in any field, with 24-credit hours in business related courses; Business/Contract Management degree preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Federal contract administration.

Travel

• 0-20%

Company Overview

PolyCon Solutions is a certified participant of the U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a) Program and an Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) that provides cutting-edge acquisition, program, business and financial, logistical, and real estate management support to the federal government. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, 401K, paid government holidays, and Paid Time Off (PTO).

PolyCon Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.