Senior Contracts & Procurement Leader

FM Talent; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

FM Talent in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Contracts Specialist to manage complex acquisition and procurement activities through the full lifecycle. You will lead strategy, solicitations, contract administration, negotiations, and governance, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

This onsite role offers some hybrid days and requires a ten-year track record in acquisition management, strong negotiation and communication skills, and certifications such as PMP or FAC-C.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in acquisition management or closely related field.
• Strong knowledge of contracting laws, regulations, policies, and governance.
• Experience supporting federal government acquisition functions is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex acquisition and procurement activities from planning through award and closeout.
• Lead non-standard and complex procurements, including construction contracts.
• Develop strategies, plans, specifications, solicitation packages, and related materials.
• Ensure compliance with contracting laws, regulations, policies, standards, and governance.
• Coordinate requirements among stakeholders, end users, vendors, and Board staff.
• Conduct negotiations and support resolution of procurement issues and contractor performance concerns.
• Review and maintain procurement documentation involving complex matters.
• Provide technical guidance and support to procurement staff and stakeholders.
• Monitor multiple procurement actions with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Promote procurement best practices and process improvements.

Skills

Acquisition management

Contract negotiations

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

FM Talent in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Contracts Specialist to manage complex acquisition and procurement activities through the full lifecycle. You will lead strategy, solicitations, contract administration, negotiations, and governance, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

This onsite role offers some hybrid days and requires a ten-year track record in acquisition management, strong negotiation and communication skills, and certifications such as PMP or FAC-C.