Contract Specialist - CDC

The Position

Provides acquisition lifecycle planning and execution support
Demonstrates knowledge of major acquisition lifecycle environments for strategy development and associated best practices
Applies knowledge of federal procurement principles, policies, procedures, and standards to implement programmatic requirements
Ensures on-time completion of task deliverables and activities such as developing SOWs/PWSs, IGCEs, market research, QASPs, RFPs, project and operational plans, and process improvements
Delivers expert advisory support to government senior executives, program managers, CORs, and division managers regarding the acquisition lifecycle
Preparing appropriate pre-solicitation and solicitation notices for OAS review for the vendor community through appropriate channels and support all aspects of solicitation and evaluation
Serves as a liaison between the program and acquisition offices on all matters of complex, high-dollar procurements
Provide proactive assistance to requesting programs and offices to ensure that requirements are complete and adequate for proceeding with procurement action
Support all aspects of requesting programs and offices post award activities to ensure that requirements are complete and adequate for proceeding with procurement action
Performs on a team as an individual contributor with a proactive approach to project management

The Ideal Candidate

• BA /BS from an accredited university
  5+ years of federal government acquisition management activities
  Current or previous FAC-C Certification for a minimum of 5 years or civilian equivalent required
  Previous Integrated Contracts Expert experience (ICE)
  (Strongly preferred) Professional certification (CPCM, CFCM, and/or DAWIA/FAC-C III)
  (PREFERRED) Background as a COR and/or Contract Specialist
  Direct experience with federal acquisition processes and activities including development of acquisition documents such as statements of work, market research, and acquisition plans
  Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), agency-specific regulations, and acquisition streamlining initiatives and reforms
  Excellent customer service skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong analytic skills
  Strong understanding of various acquisition approaches and ability to formulate analyses and create comprehensive documentation
  Strong organization skills and attention to detail
  Excellent verbal communication and writing skills
  Ability to add value in semi-unstructured roles, working with diverse groups of stakeholders
  Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of tools, to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint

The Company

Censeo Consulting Group is a top Washington D.C. based management consulting firm dedicated to helping public sector and non-profit clients build operational excellence, deliver better outcomes, and lower cost. We take a personalized approach to strategic consulting to solve our clients’ most complex problems and build operational excellence that transforms their organizations, allowing them to better deliver on their public and social missions.

The Location

Censeo Consulting Group is based in Washington D.C., a fantastic city for working professionals. We work in a hybrid setting with flexibility to work from home and work in our office conveniently located in the heart of downtown, just a few blocks away from the White House. And with many of our clients also based in D.C., we have the luxury of leaving for a meeting and being back in the office in time for post-work happy hours, team dinners, and game nights.

The Fine Print

• The salary range for this role is $85,000 - $130,000 depending on experience
  Expected travel 10% or less
  This is an exempt, full-time position
  This role is subject to a hybrid or remote work schedule
  Essential Physical Functions- Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time
  Light Carrying: Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another

Censeo is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.