Contract Specialist at PolyCon Solutions in USA

Job description

• PolyCon Solutions is seeking Mid/Senior Contract Specialist to support our federal client with their acquisition needs. This is a general interest opening and is not tied to a specific job opening.
• The ideal candidate will have experience with the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Acquisition Management System (AMS) and strong Excel capabilities. Support is primarily needed in post-award contract administration and funds tracking, with occasional pre-award work.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a trusted adviser to the client in all acquisition related matters, from pre-award strategic planning to contract close out actions.
• Serves as the focal point for all communication on client projects.
• Contributes to the preparation, review, and revision of contract documents for executive level reviews such as: Acquisition Strategy Plans, Business Cases, Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), etc.
• Develops and maintains acquisition schedules using MS Project or Excel; interprets and reports progress accordingly.
• Oversees the preparation, tracking, configuration and archival of all procurement documents, i.e., contract modifications, determination and findings, FOIA requests, etc.
• Performs a full range of contracting duties and responsibilities for assigned acquisitions, which may include acquisition planning, pre-solicitation, negotiation and award, contract termination, contract monitoring, review of complex invoices, contract modification, performance monitoring and feedback, resolution of performance problems and payments, and pre- and post-award contract review.
• Performs market research and analysis.
• Uses primarily firm fixed-price, time and materials, indefinite delivery, or similar contracts using standard clauses.
• Prepares letters, memoranda, documents, or reports that support contractual actions or recommendations.
• Interprets technical, legal, and audit policies, guidelines, or decisions to assess the impact of procurement and contract performance.

Requirements

• Successful experience implementing or applying the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) or, the FAA's Acquisition Management System (AMS) policy, best practices or guidelines is required. Familiarity with the AMS is preferred.
• Successful experience working in a complex procurement environment with multiple Contracting Officers (COs) and various procurements.
• Demonstrated ability to independently craft clear and concise acquisition documents to include Screening Information Request (SIR) artifacts, Statements of Work or Statements of Objectives, Determination & Findings, Contract Modifications etc.
• Experience with various types of contracts (T&M, CPAF, CPIF, CPFF, FFP) and cost/price analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to negotiate effectively.
• Moderate to advanced Excel skills.
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.
• Ability to complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with strong project management skills.
• Must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Public Trust security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in any field, with 24-credit hours in business related courses; Business/Contract Management degree preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Federal contract administration.
• Successful experience implementing or applying AMS policy, best practices or guidelines.
• Successful experience managing complex procurements while supporting multiple COs and/or Program Offices.
• Experience in all types of contracts (T&M, CPAF, CPIF, CPFF, FFP) and cost/price analysis.
• PMP or CFCM Certification.

Skills

Required

• Cost/price analysis
• Negotiation skills
• Moderate to advanced Excel skills
• Project management skills

Preferred

• AMS policy implementation
• Managing complex procurements
• PMP or CFCM Certification

Benefits

• PolyCon Solutions is a certified participant of the U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a) Program and an Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) that provides cutting-edge acquisition, program, business and financial, logistical, and real estate management support to the federal government. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, 401K, paid government holidays, and Paid Time Off (PTO).