Senior Contract Specialist

Job Description

Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Contract Specialist will provide comprehensive pre-award and post-award contracting support for construction, architectural engineering (A&E), and service contracts. This role will support the full acquisition lifecycle, including market research, procurement planning, contract administration, and closeout. Key Responsibilities

• Develop procurement plans and coordination schedules for pre-award and post-award activities
• Conduct market research and analysis to assess availability, trends, and recommended contracting approaches
• Review requisition packages for compliance, completeness, and alignment with market conditions
• Review and revise PWS, SOW, and SOO documents to ensure clarity and compliance
• Develop evaluation criteria and assist in best-value source selection processes
• Prepare solicitation documentation, including bid schedules and contract clauses
• Coordinate and document pre-proposal conferences
• Support development of acquisition strategies and procurement methods
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with contract terms and conditions
• Track deliverables, performance metrics, and reporting timelines
• Review and validate contractor invoices; maintain tracking systems
• Support contract modifications, change orders, and audit analysis
• Prepare contract closeout documentation and coordinate with financial systems (e.g., DFAS, PCF, PIEE)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 10+ years of experience as a 1102 Contract Specialist or Contracting Officer, experience with construction and A&E contracts required
• Experience with acquisition systems such as ACWS, PCF, and PIEE
• Demonstrated experience with contract formation, price/cost analysis, and acquisition strategy
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and applicable federal/DoD procurement regulations

This position is on-site and not eligible for telework.