Director, Federal Compliance

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in federal construction, contract administration, compliance, or related roles.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR/DFARS/GSARS and federal contracting requirements.
• Experience supporting or managing compliance on federal construction projects.
• Ability to interpret contract requirements and translate them into actionable guidance for project teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multiple functions and leadership levels.
• Experience reviewing contracts, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to identify risk and provide practical solutions without disrupting project execution.

Skills

• Practical interpreter of federal requirements who translates regulations into clear, actionable direction.
• Strong communicator capable of working with project teams, leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Risk-aware leader who identifies compliance gaps early and supports resolution.
• Organized and detail-oriented with strong documentation discipline.
• Collaborative team member who supports execution without creating unnecessary barriers.
• Able to balance compliance requirements with real-world construction operations.
• High level of integrity and sound judgment when addressing compliance matters.

Core Responsibilities

• Federal Compliance Expertise & Advisory
• Preconstruction & Pursuit Support
• Project Execution & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Compliance Oversight, Risk Management & Audit Readiness
• Process Standardization & Continuous Improvement

Office and Travel

Prolonged periods of sitting at a workstation or during meetings and travel (by plane or car). Must be able to lift up to 20 or 50 pounds as needed, demonstrate dexterity to write and use a computer keyboard and mouse, and possess the ability to hear, speak clearly, and distinguish colors on graphs and charts. Occasional visits to construction sites, exposure to dust, dirt, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme temperatures.

Physical Requirements

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a workstation or during meetings and travel (by plane or car). The employee must be able to lift up to 20 or 50 pounds as needed, demonstrate dexterity to write and use a computer keyboard and mouse, and possess the ability to hear, speak clearly, and distinguish colors on graphs and charts. The role also requires occasional visits to construction sites, where the employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme temperatures.