Construction Contract Specialist

Description of Responsibilities

Provides acquisition and administrative support for construction and architect engineer (A&E) contracting activities and projects in support of the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO). Services shall be performed in accordance with applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Department of State Acquisition Regulation (DOSAR), and Department policies and procedures.

• Aids in pre-award and post-award actions, procurement documentation, contract file administration, and coordination with contracting personnel to support construction-related acquisitions in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.
• Serves as support for acquisition planning, market research, procurement package development, and solicitation preparation for construction and A&E acquisitions.
• Prepares, organizes, and maintains acquisition and contract files, procurement documentation, status reports, and other records necessary to support contracting activities.
• Supports contract administration activities, including contract modifications, deliverable tracking, contract correspondence, and maintenance of contract documentation.
• Collaborates with contracting personnel, project managers, technical representatives, and other stakeholders to facilitate acquisition and contract management activities.
• Assists in the review, tracking, and documentation of Requests for Equitable Adjustments (REAs), claims, and other contract administration matters, ensuring supporting documentation is complete and organized for Government review.
• Prepares reports, meeting summaries, action item trackers, and other administrative or analytical products required to support construction acquisition operations.

Required Degree/Education/Certification

Requires a Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience supporting federal acquisitions.

Required Skills and Experience

• Basic knowledge of federal acquisition principles and FAR procedures.
• Familiarity with construction or A&E acquisitions preferred.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Experience supporting federal procurement or acquisition activities.
• Experience preparing procurement documentation and maintaining contract files.
• Experience supporting contract modifications and administrative actions.
• Experience coordinating with program and contracting personnel.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Construction or A&E acquisition activities.
• Procurement documentation and acquisition planning support.
• Contract administration support functions.
• Basic review or coordination support for Requests for Equitable Adjustments (REA).
• FAR-based acquisition procedures under supervision.

Required Citizenship and Clearance

Must be a born or naturalized U.S. Citizen. Must have an active Secret clearance.

Benefits

Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

About the Company

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings (BAH) is a fast-growing government service provider. BAH includes Ke`aki Technologies, LLC; Laulima Government Solutions, LLC; Kūpono Government Services, LLC; Kapili Services, LLC; Po`okela Solutions, LLC; Kīkaha Solutions, LLC; and Pololei Solutions, LLC. For additional information, please visit www.beringalakaina.com/careers.