Senior Contracts Strategist — Procurement & Negotiations

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; Virginia; On-site; USD 106,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority seeks a Senior Contracting Officer to lead procurement activities from pre-award to award and contract administration at the Headquarters or Dulles International Airport. You will oversee procurement strategies, evaluate bids, and guide COTRs in applying SLBE/DBE/WBE requirements.

The role requires six years of experience in procurements and a bachelor's degree, plus strong negotiation and writing skills.

Qualifications

• Six years of contracting experience in procurements and contracts administration.
• Bachelor's degree in any field or equivalent education/experience.
• Knowledge of contract types and procurement methods for various projects.
• Ability to write RFQs, SOWs, RFPs, IFBs and perform cost analyses.
• Strong negotiation, writing, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with SLBE, OCIP, DBE, and WBE programs.
• Experience guiding contracting staff and COTRs.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and guidance to Contracting Officers and COTRs.
• Lead procurement from pre-award to post-award, including negotiations.
• Prepare solicitation documents (RFQ, SOW, RFP, IFB) and amendments.
• Conduct market research to identify sources and competition.
• Evaluate proposals and ensure proper contracting procedures are followed.
• Manage contract changes and ensure proper administration.

Job description

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority seeks a Senior Contracting Officer to lead procurement activities from pre-award to award and contract administration at the Headquarters or Dulles International Airport. You will oversee procurement strategies, evaluate bids, and guide COTRs in applying SLBE/DBE/WBE requirements.

The role requires six years of experience in procurements and a bachelor's degree, plus strong negotiation and writing skills.