Senior Contract Specialist Level II

Acquisition Professionals•Washington, DC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Acquisition Professionals (AP) LLC is seeking a Senior Contract Specialist Level II to advise program officials on acquisition strategies, administrative matters, and compliance with Federal procurement regulations. This role involves assisting in the development of statements of work, evaluation plans, pricing methodologies, and procurement strategies. The specialist will prepare solicitations, supporting documents, and contract awards in accordance with applicable laws and FAR requirements, including complex competitive procurements under FAR Part 15. Responsibilities also include performing contract administration, monitoring contractor performance, approving progress payments, verifying deliveries, and supporting contract modifications and closeouts. The role requires applying acquisition innovation techniques to streamline processes, conducting price/cost analyses, evaluating proposals, and supporting budget development. Ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies is crucial. The specialist will serve as a point of contact for major procurement actions, providing recommendations to improve procurement operations and customer service. This includes administering long-term, high-value technical service contracts across multiple contract types, monitoring performance, approving payments, verifying deliveries, and resolving issues. Leading negotiations for complex contract modifications and cost/price proposals, applying advanced price/cost analysis techniques, and supporting budget development are key. The role also involves evaluating contractor financial stability, preparing responses to protests, and managing contract closeouts, extensions, and cancellations. Providing high-level technical guidance, mentoring less experienced team members, and administering grants, cooperative agreements, and interagency agreements are also part of the responsibilities. Serving as a central point of contact for stakeholders and ensuring effective communication are essential.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree with a major in any field and 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organizations and management.
Eight or more years of direct experience in Federal contracting.
At least one of these years must be specialized experience equivalent to the Federal Government GS-14 grade level.
Demonstrated mastery of contracting laws, statutes, Executive Orders, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and related procedures applicable to both pre-award and post-award actions.
Ability to procure and administer contracts for diverse requirements, including supplies, equipment, services, and construction.
Skilled in conducting studies of complex problem areas and developing standardized methods and operating procedures.
In-depth knowledge of Federal contracting methods and contract types, including complex competitive processes under FAR Part 15.
Expertise in contract administration policies, evaluation techniques, and performance monitoring for prime and subcontractors on long-term, high-value contracts.
Proven experience applying acquisition innovation techniques as outlined in the Periodic Table of Acquisition Innovation, driving efficiency and modernization in procurement processes.
Strong capability in overseeing and monitoring contracting processes for supplies, services, equipment, and construction projects, ensuring compliance and performance standards.
Comprehensive understanding of business practices and market conditions relevant to program and technical requirements, enabling accurate evaluation and informed decision-making.
Proficiency in planning, executing, and administering contracts and modifications in alignment with Federal policies and procedures.
Ability to assess program strategies and technical requirements, evaluate contractor capabilities and performance, and provide expert guidance to program offices and stakeholders.
Advanced negotiation techniques to secure best-value awards and protect Government interests.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills for presenting analyses, findings, and recommendations.
Skilled in collaborating with private sector representatives and Government officials to facilitate procurement activities and resolve complex issues.
Ability to analyze challenging acquisition issues, identify alternative solutions, and adapt standard procedures to streamline processes and resolve contractual problems.
Capacity to anticipate uncertainties, research regulatory changes, and apply updated contracting principles and procedures effectively.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines under short lead times.

Nice To Haves

FAC-C(Professional) or DAWIA in Contracting (Professional) certification, DAWIA , or other non-Federal certifications/qualifications, such as NCMA CFCM and CPCM.

Responsibilities

Advises program officials on acquisition strategies, administrative matters, and compliance with Federal procurement regulations.
Assists in the development of statements of work, evaluation plans, pricing methodologies, and procurement strategies.
Prepares solicitations, supporting documents, and contract awards in accordance with applicable laws and FAR requirements, including complex competitive procurements under FAR Part 15.
Performs contract administration, including monitoring contractor performance, approving progress payments, verifying deliveries, and supporting contract modifications and closeouts.
Applies acquisition innovation techniques to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
Conducts price/cost analyses, evaluates proposals, and supports budget development for planned procurements.
Ensures compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
Serves as a point of contact for major procurement actions and provides authoritative recommendations to improve procurement operations and customer service.
Coordinates administration of long-term, high-value technical service contracts across multiple contract types (e.g., Firm-Fixed-Price, Incentive, Award-Fee, Time & Materials).
Monitors contractor performance, approves payments, verifies deliveries, and resolves issues related to scheduling, change orders, and compliance.
Leads negotiations for complex contract modifications and cost/price proposals.
Applies advanced price/cost analysis techniques to develop solicitation documents, evaluate proposals, and determine negotiation positions.
Supports budget development for planned procurements and evaluates contractor financial stability through detailed analysis of financial statements and operational policies.
Ensures adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and policies to safeguard Government interests.
Prepares responses to protests and manages contract closeouts, extensions, and cancellations.
Provides high-level technical guidance to managers and staff on complex acquisition issues, source selection, and contract administration.
Mentors less experienced team members and recommends improvements to procurement operations.
Administers grants, cooperative agreements, and interagency agreements, including eligibility determinations, solicitation of applications, negotiation of terms, compliance monitoring, and resolution of audit findings.
Serves as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, responding to inquiries and ensuring effective communication across procurement activities.