Senior Contract Specialist / Team Lead

Job Title: Senior Contract Specialist / Team Lead
Location: Remote (Greater Washington, DC Area Only)
Clearance: Public Trust (or ability to obtain)
Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a Senior Contract Specialist III to serve as both a senior acquisition professional and the site lead for an experienced team supporting a federal agency. This is a high-visibility role requiring deep expertise in cradle-to-grave federal contracting and strong skills in client relationship management and team oversight.

Please note: While this position is remote, only candidates based in the greater Washington, DC area will be considered due to occasional in-person client meetings and team coordination requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage complex, full lifecycle acquisition activities in compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

• Serve as the primary liaison with program staff, providing strategic contracting guidance and ensuring service quality

• Lead and support a team of contract professionals, providing mentorship, reviewing work products, and facilitating training

• Develop acquisition strategies, write solicitation documents, evaluate proposals, and negotiate contracts and modifications

• Conduct detailed price/cost analyses, including for hybrid contract types such as FFP, FPIF, and CPAF

• Oversee post-award functions including performance monitoring, invoice review, closeouts, and terminations

• Support the MCC COR program through tracking certifications, assisting with training, and issuing COR designation letters

• Participate in team meetings, support new personnel onboarding, and contribute to internal policy development

Required Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of federal contracting experience, including one year at the GS-15 level or equivalent

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (business, finance, law, contracts, etc.)

• Deep understanding of cradle-to-grave contracting processes and FAR application

• Experience supporting complex service procurements and contract administration

• Ability to analyze acquisition challenges and develop tailored solutions

• Skilled in negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree

• DAWIA or FAC-C Level III certification, or NCMA CFCM/CPCM

Why Join Us:

• Leadership opportunity with client visibility and influence

• Diverse, impactful contracting portfolio

• Collaborative and experienced team environment