Contracts Specialist

1 week ago

Reston, Virginia, United States KIHOMAC Full time
  • Conduct research independently in contracting and other related functional areas, and approach conflicts as a problem solver
  • Adapt to new and changing policies and processes
  • Assist with contract close-out activities to include coordination with KIHOMAC accounting, DCMA, DCAA, PCO
  • Carry out contract management functions to include awards, modifications, funds and expenditure tracking, and reporting
  • Conduct subcontract functions to include awards, modifications, flow down clauses, purchase request and purchase order support
  • Negotiate with vendors/contractors and customers when needed to reach favorable terms
  • Recommend and prepare of awards and contract documents
  • Ensure approvals and signatures are obtained; manage internal review processes (finance, executive)
  • Maintain contract files and documentation, ensuring they are complete, accurate, and auditable
  • Assist with Government business systems audits and self-assessments, reporting as required
  • Manage multiple contracts / tasks simultaneously.
  • Work independently and with others in different geographical locations across multiple disciplines
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements
Education/Training :

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Contract Management, Legal Studies, Finance, or related field required
  • Contracting Certification, i.e. CFCM, FAC-C, FAC-COR preferred

Experience:

  • 2+ years of contract administration, procurement, or government contracting experience required
  • Understanding of government contracting regulations (ex. FAR, DFARS) required
  • Experience working with specific government agencies or contract types (e.g. fixed-price, cost‐reimbursement, time & materials, IDIQ etc.) preferred
  • Experience with audits, compliance reviews, subcontract management preferred
  • Strong interpersonal skills to include negotiating, analytical, and problem-solving with coworkers and company partners required
  • Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to draft, interpret, and negotiate contract language required
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams) and contract management tools/software required

Security:

  • Must be a US citizen
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
  • Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
  • Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
  • Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources

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