Specialist Lead, Government Client Contracts Management (Fed Health)

The Prime Contracts team is responsible for the reviewing and processing of all fully executed net new awards, option periods, and contract modifications as well as coordination for at risk items for the Deloitte GPS Practice. Possesses a strong working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations, and commercial contracting principles. Supports the execution of all facets of the contract life cycle. Performs contract administration duties for federal contracts and ensures the accuracy of the contracts and financial systems. Exercises increased independence and judgment in reviewing and analyzing moderately complex contracts actions. Maintains a keen awareness of requirements and status associated with assigned contracts. Effectively, manages personal portfolio and advises account teams on contracts administration matters. Compiles and analyzes contract related data; and maintains historical information and documentation.

Recruiting for this role ends on 12/01/2026.

While all locations will be considered, this role offers a flexible hybrid scheduled with candidates based in Washington, D.C. or Arlington, VA (or nearby) preferred.

Work you'll do

As a Specialist Lead, Government Client Contracts Management on the Prime Contracts team, you will be responsible for...

• Proactively provides support to the development, review, and negotiation of contracts, modifications, prime contractor NDA and teaming agreements and subcontracts consistent with company policies.

• Ensure contract data is entered into appropriate forms and databases. Checks existence, accuracy, and completeness of electronic documents and contract systems related data.

• Reviews Federal solicitations, requests for information and proposals, and identifies business risks, documents the findings, and provides recommendations.

• Has a keen understanding and knowledge of key terms and conditions of assigned contracts that would affect performance or compliance with the ability to convey salient information to the appropriate stakeholders.

• Prepares standard contract language (e.g., technical/price assumptions, certifications & representations, proposal questions, organizational conflict of interest certificates, etc.) for inclusion into proposals.

• Receives and interprets federal customers' post submission, proposal clarifications and/or deficiencies. Completes distribution of questions to the proposal team/awaits inputs, assists with the coordination of proposal changes. Remits revised proposal offer to the Contracting Officer.

• Develops relationships with external client stakeholders and attend industry and government events.

• Collaborate and coordinate across GPS teams to provide comprehensive solutions and insights to internal and external clients related to contracts portfolio.

• Reviews for compliance with federal contract regulations and various reporting requirements.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product

• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships

• Ability to lead projects or workstreams

The Team

The Prime Contracts team is responsible for contract management and administration supporting accounts across Deloitte's Government and Public Services practice. This role will work directly with Contracts professionals, Project Engagement Leadership, Enterprise Solutions points of contact, and other internal and external stakeholders to coordinate the information and decisions required to support compliant contract management and operational execution.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree

• 5+ years of experience in contract management, contract administration, or government contracting support

• 2+ years of experience supporting the Veterans Affairs

• 2+ years of experience with multiple contract types (e.g. FFP, LH, T&M, CPFF) and solicitation types (e.g. FAR Parts 8, 15, and 16)

• Ability to travel 5-15%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.

• Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that would require professionals to co-locate in person 2-3 days per week, whether at the a Deloitte office or client site, dependent on the team's needs

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting contracts within the Federal environment

• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements

• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) certification

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $84,300 to $173,300.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.