
Sr. Contract Specialist (Construction)
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The Senior Contract Specialist handles complex procurement work, including construction contracts, across the full procurement cycle. The role develops solicitation packages, coordinates evaluations and negotiations, and oversees contract awards and administration. It also addresses solicitation issues, protests, disputes, and claims while coordinating with technical and end-user teams. A bachelor’s degree in a listed field or equivalent experience is accepted; procurement certifications are preferred.
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Job Title: Sr. Contract Specialist (Construction)
Location: Washington, DC
Type: Contract
Work Model: Onsite
Responsibilities
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Handle non-standardized and varied procurements including construction contracts.
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Develop the Solicitation Offer and Award Package (SOA) for complex procurements and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure completeness and quality.
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Plan, organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks efficiently while staying current with market trends, laws, and policies.
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Ensure solicitation of a competitive group of vendors, evaluate bids for compliance, and oversee technical and cost team evaluations.
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Communicate effectively with vendors and the Board, develop negotiation strategies, and lead negotiations.
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Handle solicitation issues, protests, and disputes, and ensure adherence to procurement procedures.
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Oversee contract management, including legal reviews, contract award recommendations, and administration for compliance.
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Coordinate with technical and end-user teams to resolve issues and review contract claims or disputes.
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Ensure data accuracy and input information into automated systems.
Requirements
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Requires a bachelor’s degree in business, management, economics, mathematics, English, or government, or equivalent experience.
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Minimum of 10+ years of progressively responsible procurement experience, handling the full procurement cycle.
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Excellent knowledge of contracting and procurement regulations, laws, practices, and standards.
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Experience with government and commercial statutes, regulations, and solicitation processes.
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Ability to read, interpret, and compose complex procurement documents.
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Strong analytical, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
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Commitment to customer service excellence.
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Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve procurement issues independently.
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Experience handling complex contract negotiations, disputes, and technical coordination.
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Preferred certifications: DAWII, FAC-C Level III, C.P.M., CPSM, or CPCM.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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