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Granite Telecommunications · 14 hours ago

Government Contract Specialist

Quincy, MA

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Granite Telecommunications is a leading telecommunications company providing advanced communications and technology solutions to businesses and government agencies. The Government Contract Specialist will assist in the capture, organization, and maintenance of government contracts, ensuring compliance and providing contractual guidance to internal management.

Business DevelopmentFitnessTelecommunications

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Participate in negotiations of contract language, terms and conditions, cost/price, deliverables and schedule requirements

Facilitate and provide contractual guidance to internal management including sales, finance, and program management

Prepare responses to solicitations in the form of proposals and quotations

Work with program management teams to assure compliance with contractual requirements during program execution and communicate contractual obligations to the account teams managing the installation and maintenance of the contracted telecommunications services

Perform contract closeout of assigned prime contracts and subcontracts

Coordinate with finance and business teams for resolution of contract issues and disputes

Manage the contract administration for multi-award indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts and foster strategic relationships with government acquisition personnel

Review solicitations and contractual instruments

Assist in new business pursuit/capture and associated contractual strategy

Assist in identification, development and implementation of new contract/subcontract policies and processes

Provide administrative support as necessary, including drafting correspondence, online research, and file organization to the Government business team

Assist PMO with required financial reporting and ensure billing to the customer is accurate

Evaluate and monitor the budgetary plan for large ordering agreements issued by the federal government

Examine contractual and financial records that validate the adequacy of company processes to accomplish program objectives

Support the inventory reconciliation processes for different contracts and prepare regular and special budget reports for internal and external teams

Qualification

Government contracting experienceFederal Acquisition RegulationsContract negotiation skillsMS Office proficiencyAnalytical skillsTeam-building skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in business, legal, or related field

Minimum 3-7 years direct experience with government contracting

Working knowledge of government contracting concepts, including Federal Acquisition Regulations

Proficient in all MS Office Applications, intermediate to advanced Excel knowledge a must

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work independently, multitask and coordinate activities across a range of functional areas

Must be able to thrive in a high pressure, fast paced work environment with strict deadlines

Excellent writing skills and ability to draft contractual instruments

Strong analytical and verbal communication skills

Strong presentation, cross-functional leadership and team-building skills

Familiarity with commercial item/service contracts, federal supply schedules, multiple award schedules, firm fixed price contracts, IDIQ contracts, and common issues that may arise with these contract vehicles

Excellent internal and external negotiation skills. Must interface effectively with internal management, and customer representatives including contracting officers and specialists

Commitment to continued professional development

Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance

US Citizenship Required

Ability to identify problems or inefficiencies and independently offer/implement practical solutions

Ability to work with confidential information exercise judgment and discretion