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Program Manager/Senior Contract Specialist - Remote within the US

Martek Global Services, Inc.

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum seven (7) years of experience in program management, federal contracting, acquisition planning, or a combination of these disciplines
  • Current or previous FAC-C certification maintained for a minimum of five (5) years
  • Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Program Manager and primary point of contact for the Government, ensuring successful contract performance and customer satisfaction
  • Lead, supervise, and support contractor personnel, including staffing, work assignments, performance management, and day-to-day operations
  • Manage cradle-to-grave federal acquisition activities for a wide range of procurement actions
  • Ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), HHSAR, agency policies, and acquisition best practices

Key facts

Hard skills

Government Contracting Acquisition Processes Contract Management Federal Acquisition Regulation Authoring Systems

Other skills

  • Program Management
  • Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Social Skills

About the company

Martek Global Services, Inc. logo

Martek Global Services, Inc.

Business Consulting & Services

From breaking ground to gaining ground, Martek works with organizations to help them move, grow, and excel by becoming your organization's right hand assistant. We do all the work you require so that you can focus on what you do best. Our approach is best described as one of partnership with our customers. We work very hard from day one of every project to develop an in-depth understanding of each customers' operations, systems, and goals. Using this knowledge and insight, we align our services to optimize operations and deliver cost and time savings for our customers. Our workforce includes over 150 skilled professionals in the following divisions: Acquisition Support, Healthcare Solutions, Business Support, Facilities Support, and Real Estate. Under our Acquisition Support Division, Martek provides full lifecycle support of purchasing and procurement activities for any government agency. Martek Healthcare Solutions provides IO&T turnkey solutions to ensure any new design-build, relocation or expansion is on time and on budget. In our Business Support Division, we provide everything from administrative support to records management to litigation support. Whether managing daily facility operations, handling complex relocations, overseeing design and construction, or acting as a facility integrator, Martek’s Facilities Division stands ready to serve your organization’s exact facilities or equipping needs. For government agencies and commercial entities, Martek’s Real Estate Division offers comprehensive real estate solutions includes: development brokerage services, ground up Build-to-Suit, and property management. We help customers get “There”. With customers in both the federal government and commercial sectors, Martek stands ready to bring it all together as one integrated solution to help your organization get “There”.

Company details

Company typeSME
IndustryBusiness Consulting & Services
Company size51 - 200

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Job description

Martek Global Services is seeking qualified candidates for an anticipated Program Manager/Senior Contract Specialist opportunity supporting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Office of Acquisition Services (OAS).  This position is contingent upon contract award.
We are proactively identifying exceptional talent to join our team should the contract be awarded. The ideal candidate will possess the education, experience, and technical expertise outlined below and thrive in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.

Position Overview
The Program Manager / Senior Contract Specialist is responsible for leading acquisition support services while managing day-to-day contract operations and contractor personnel. This role oversees complex cradle-to-grave federal acquisitions, ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations, and provides strategic guidance to support the CDC's mission. Experience with using Integrated Contract Expert (ICE) is highly desirable.

This is a remote position. Candidates must reside within the United States, and occasional travel may be required to support customer meetings, program activities, training, or other business needs. The ideal candidate is an experienced acquisition professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering high-quality customer service and operational excellence.

Position Details
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
Work Location: Remote (U.S.) – travel for badging and fingerprints will be required
Salary Range: $90,000 - $105,000

Responsibilities
  • Serve as the Program Manager and primary point of contact for the Government, ensuring successful contract performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Lead, supervise, and support contractor personnel, including staffing, work assignments, performance management, and day-to-day operations.
  • Manage cradle-to-grave federal acquisition activities for a wide range of procurement actions.
  • Conduct acquisition planning, market research, and procurement strategy development.
  • Prepare, review, and maintain acquisition documentation, including acquisition plans, solicitations, determinations and findings, award documents, contract modifications, and related procurement documentation.
  • Support proposal evaluations, negotiations, source selections, contract awards, and post-award administration activities.
  • Maintain complete electronic contract files and prepare required reports, metrics, and status updates.
  • Lead customer meetings and provide regular communication regarding contract performance and acquisition activities.
  • Ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), HHSAR, agency policies, and acquisition best practices.
  • Perform other duties as assigned in support of program objectives.
     
Qualifications
Required
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum seven (7) years of experience in program management, federal contracting, acquisition planning, or a combination of these disciplines
  • Current or previous FAC-C certification (or civilian equivalent) maintained for a minimum of five (5) years
  • Demonstrated experience managing cradle-to-grave federal acquisitions
  • Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), acquisition planning, contract administration, source selection, market research, and contract modifications
  • Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred
  • Experience using Integrated Contract Expert (ICE) – high desirable
  • Experience supporting the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), or other civilian federal agencies
  • Experience supervising acquisition professionals
  • Experience using electronic contract writing systems
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent acquisition actions in a fast-paced environment
About Martek
Founded in 1996 with nothing more than a desk in an attic, Martek Global Services, Inc. (“Martek”) has grown into a nationwide professional services company with a growing team of more than 100 employees supporting Federal agencies and commercial clients across the United States. Headquartered in Georgetown, Washington, DC, we provide expertise in facilities management, program management, healthcare, technology, engineering, logistics, security, and professional support services. Our success is built on delivering exceptional service to our customers while fostering a collaborative culture where employees are empowered to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.

Why Martek?
At Martek, we know our success starts with our people. That's why we're committed to providing competitive benefits, meaningful recognition, and programs that support your health, well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. When you join Martek, you become part of a team where your contributions are valued, your achievements are recognized, and your career can grow.

Benefits
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Experience
  • Meaningful employee recognition programs
  • Employee recognition and rewards program
  • Wellness and charitable giving programs
  • Employee referral bonus program
Martek Global Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
As a federal contractor, Martek encourages qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.

Learn more about Martek at https://martekglobal.com/
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