Senior Contracts Administrator - Public Sector, Operations

BDO USA, Llp; Potomac (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA, LLP seeks a Contracts & Compliance Sr. Associate to oversee contracts and compliance across business development, practice development and project delivery.

You will contribute to leadership discussions to help build a client base for the Federal Practice. The role involves drafting contract language, negotiating with teaming partners, and ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and government contracting rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Four+ years of contracts and compliance with the Federal Government required.
• Three+ years supporting Federal Government proposals required.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and contracting rules required.
• Experience in a professional services firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research relevant contract vehicles (non-competitive and competitive).
• Prepare and draft contractual information to secure contract vehicles.
• Assist with proposal language for competitive contract vehicles.
• Ensure compliance with ongoing contract vehicle requirements.
• Draft and negotiate NDAs and teaming agreements with partners.
• Review RFQs/RFPs for proposal and compliance requirements; coordinate with legal.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

SharePoint

SAM.gov

PIEE

GSA.gov

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Contracts & Compliance Sr. Associate is responsible for conducting contracts and compliance issues related to all aspects of business development, practice development and project delivery activities. In this role, the Contracts & Compliance Sr. Associate will be charged with participating in leadership discussions to build the client base necessary to make the Federal Practice successful.

Job Summary

The Contracts & Compliance Sr. Associate is responsible for conducting contracts and compliance issues related to all aspects of business development, practice development and project delivery activities. In this role, the Contracts & Compliance Sr. Associate will be charged with participating in leadership discussions to build the client base necessary to make the Federal Practice successful.

Job Duties

Contract Vehicles

• Researches and identifies relevant contract vehicles (non-competitive and competitive)
• Prepares and drafts contractual and firm information to secure contract vehicles
• Assists with proposal language for competitive contract vehicles
• Complies with all ongoing contract vehicle requirements

Teaming Agreements

• Drafts and negotiates non-disclosure agreements with potential teaming partners
• Drafts and negotiates teaming agreements with pursuit partners
• Drafts and negotiates subcontracts with teaming partners

Proposal Support

• Reviews RFQs and RFPs and identifies proposal response and contract delivery compliance requirements
• Prepares proposal responses for contractual compliance requirements
• Reviews relevant RFQ and RFP clauses including FAR or GSA Schedule clauses
• Partners with BDO legal department and outside counsel to determine firm recommendations and responses
• Coordinates with government acquisition and contracts representatives
• Supports development and submission of RFQ and RFP clarification questions

Project Compliance

• Administers and complies with all contract delivery requirements
• Maintains primary contact with Government Contracting Officer regarding all aspects of contract kickoff, deliverable timeline, other provisions
• Reviews and processes Modifications from Government clients and Prime contractors.
• Assists in inception to close-out contract administration

Compliance Maintenance

• Maintains internal processes and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations
• Conducts periodic compliance audits as required by federal government regulations for federal contractors

Supervisory Responsibilities

Other duties as required

• N/A

Education

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelors degree, required
• Advanced degree, preferred

Experience

• Four (4) years or more of relevant contracts and compliance experience with the Federal Government, required
• Three (3) years or more supporting Federal Government proposals, required
• Experience applying knowledge of Federal Acquisitions Regulations, Defense Acquisitions Regulations and other applicable contracting rules, requirements and procedures, required
• Prior experience working within a professional services firm, preferred

License/Certifications

• N/A

Software

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, specifically Excel, PowerPoint and Word, required
• Prior experience utilizing online documentation / proposal software, preferred
• Knowledge of CRM systems or database systems, specifically SharePoint, preferred
• Knowledge of Government systems, specifically SAM.gov, PIEE and GSA.gov, preferred

Language

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Solid understanding of Federal Government proposal processes and requirements as well as procurement processes and policies required
• Well developed and professional interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently within a team environment and with a customer service focus
• Superior organizational skills required with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Detail oriented with in-depth knowledge and application of English grammar and ability to proofread all written materials including proposals, pitches, presentations, etc.

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $105,000 - $125,000

Maryland Range: $105,000 - $125,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $105,000 - $125,000

Washington DC Range: $105,000 - $125,000

About Us

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

As technology continues to shape how we work, BDO values the ability to apply generative and agentic AI solutions to develop work products, improve workflows and identify potential risks. Across our firm, we emphasize professional judgment in validating AI-generated outputs for accuracy, quality, and compliance.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits.

• Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

"BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"