Federal Compliance Advisor

About the role

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. GHD is one of the world’s leading professional services firms providing engineering, environmental, and construction services to private and public sector clients. GHD North America is part of a connected global network of more than 11,000 people operating in 160+ offices across five continents. Privately owned by our employees, GHD’s formula for success is simple – we build strong relationships, exceed the expectations of our clients and create lasting community benefit. The Federal Contracting Compliance Advisor position is based in GHD’s Phoenix, Arizona office and reports directly to the Senior Regulatory Compliance Officer. The successful applicant will join a collegial 25‑person Americas Legal, Risk & Compliance Team and provide support to an entrepreneurial 4,000+ person strong Americas business, directly supporting the rapidly growing Federal contracting sector of GHD’s US business. Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges – with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way. We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact. See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

Responsibilities

• Perform reviews of project pursuit solicitations and contract documents with a focus on the company’s compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), General Services Administration Acquisition Regulation (GSAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), applicable state regulations, and GHD internal policies and procedures.
• Partner with multiple departments to ensure project specific and organization-wide compliance, with focus on project pricing, procurement, cyber security and legal risk.
• Support GHD’s Operations re: DCAA and other government or client audits and inquiries related to disclosure statements, incurred cost proposals, timekeeping policies, company government contracting policies, and project support related to indirect rates and cost impacts.
• Assist Senior Regulatory Compliance Officer in advising US Business regarding a variety of related compliance matters associated with government contracting regulations (e.g., privacy, data security, data management, data sovereignty, and data breach response, anti-spam compliance, and cybersecurity).
• Monitor and evaluate evolving Federal procurement requirements, regulatory changes, and industry trends and make proactive recommendations regarding necessary modifications to applicable policies and procedures as warranted.
• Assist in updating and maintaining compliance policy and procedure documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years of experience in Federal contracting or procurement;
• Knowledge of FAR, DFAR and other Federal regulations;
• Ability to learn and apply GHD policies and procedures quickly;
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience;
• Computer savvy with capability to quickly learn new software tools;
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively and efficiently with members of GHD’s Legal, Risk & Compliance Team, Operations, and other Teams;
• Demonstrated problem‑solving, negotiation, drafting, and conflict resolution skills;
• Self‑starter, creative, a team player, good judgment, and possess the ability to work with limited direction;
• Highly responsive and service‑oriented attitude.