Client Solution Architects · 1 week ago
Contract Specialist
Virginia Beach, VA
Full-time, Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expClient Solution Architects (CSA) is a company that has provided integrated technology and operational support services for nearly 50 years. They are seeking a Contracts Specialist to support their internal team in a remote capacity, focusing on prime and subcontract support activities within U.S. Federal Government contracts, primarily in the Department of Defense environment.
Management ConsultingSupply Chain Management
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Compliance reviews of Requests for Proposals
Coordinate with Growth, Pricing, and Program teams to ensure alignment with solicitation requirements
Identify contractual risks, ambiguities, and clarification questions
Develop subcontract templates for Government submission (e.g. cover letters)
Monitor status of all contractual deliverables and ensure deliverables/submittals meet contract requirements
Review and manage modifications, incremental funding actions, deobligations, equitable adjustments, and change requests in coordination with finance, project control, and program management teams
Monitor contract and task order funding, ceiling, and period of performance
Ensures contractual documentation is properly distributed to internal stakeholders and electronically filed in corporate systems
Attend monthly financial meetings for review of burn rate monitoring, funding exhaustion risks, and advance notice to the Government or prime contractors as necessary
Assist in regular review of financial metrics and developing best practices to improve financial performance
Track/monitor government contract reporting requirements such as subcontracting and small business reporting (ISR/SSR)
Under general supervision, assist in identifying potential scope changes or out-of-scope work and support change management actions
Through cross-functional coordination, prepare subcontract documents, incorporating scope, terms and conditions, and applicable commercial terms
Recommend the best subcontract type to internal stakeholders
Negotiation and post-award management of subcontracts
Conduct pre-award briefings with subcontractors to assure understanding of the subcontracts
Summarize subcontract bid proposals and with general supervision, make recommendations for project management review and approval
Administer subcontracts in accordance with company policies and procedures, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR)
Monitor contract and task order funding, ceiling, and period of performance
Support subcontractor compliance reviews, certifications, and releases
Review and approval of subcontractor monthly invoices
Identify, document, and mitigate contractual risks, including Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) review and mitigation support (firewalls, disclosures, and mitigation plan recommendations)
Preparation, review, and processing of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Teaming Agreements (TAs) using company-approved standard templates may be required
Qualification
Required
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level clearance
BA/BS in a related field and 5 years of related and progressive experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Typical experience ranges from 5-7 years
Proven experience adhering to and enforcing departmental and company-wide policies and procedures
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Intermediate understanding of federal policies and regulations
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional correspondence with internal and external stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and compliance mindset
Proven ability to manage multiple contracts and deadlines simultaneously
Experience maintaining sensitive data/information and understanding of fraud, waste, and abuse
Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate discretion and escalate sensitive or high-risk communications to contract leadership
Ability to work independently and collaboratively while in a remote setting
Preferred
Proficient in Deltek CostPoint and SharePoint
SAM.gov experience (e.g. contract and subcontract reporting)
Company
Client Solution Architects
Client Solution Architects (CSA) is a global provider of integrated technology and operational support services to defense and federal government organizations.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amy Bleken
Chief Executive Officer
Greg Blue
Chief Financial Officer
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