Contract Specialist IV
Federal Contract Support Denver, Colorado | Full-Time Contract | Remote Position Join a High-Impact Federal Engineering Team We are seeking a Contract Specialist, who will be responsible for performing contract placement and administration duties in support of federal government contracting operations. This role supports construction, Architect-Engineering (A/E), and building maintenance service contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and successful execution of high-value procurement actions.
What We Offer
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive annual compensation
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- PTO and paid holidays
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
Career Growth
- Exposure to federal and mission-critical facilities
- Opportunity to support construction and facility projects
- Collaborative, operations-focused environment
- Long-term contract stability
Key Responsibilities
- Performs acquisition planning to determine appropriate contract types, procurement strategies, and socioeconomic set-asides aligned with regional goals
- Conducts market research and manages procurement advertisements in federal systems (e.g., SAM/FedBizOpps)
- Prepares solicitations, Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and all required supporting documentation (e.g., J&As, D&Fs)
- Receives, evaluates, and documents offers, including cost/price analysis and negotiation support
- Prepares contract awards, purchase orders, and delivery orders for Contracting Officer signature
- Serves as the primary point of contact for contractors and manages day-to-day contract administration
- Processes contract modifications, including proposal review, negotiation support, and documentation preparation
- Maintains contract files and prepares official correspondence related to contract execution
- Reviews and processes contractor invoices, resolves payment issues, and tracks funding
- Ensures compliance with labor laws, including reviewing payrolls and conducting labor interviews
- Analyzes contract performance issues and provides recommendations to the Contracting Officer
- Performs contract closeout activities and prepares files for record retention
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a government contracting environment
- Experience performing contract placement and administration for both simplified acquisitions and formal contracts
- Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Defense (DoD) regulations, and General Service Administration (GSA) regulations
- Experience supporting high-value, complex procurement actions requiring innovative contracting methods
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance (Secret / Top Secret / Public Trust)
- Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation and PIV card issuance
Preferred
- Experience supporting GSA or similar federal agency contracts
- Familiarity with construction and A/E contracting environments
- Advanced certifications in federal contracting (e.g., DAWIA, FAC-C)
Security Clearance Requirement
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance (Secret / Top Secret / Public Trust)
- Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation and PIV card issuance
Why This Opportunity This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in delivering impactful federal government contracting solutions while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. As a Contract Specialist, you will be directly involved in complex, high-value procurements that support essential infrastructure and public services. Apply Today If you’re looking for a hands-on role supporting federal contracts, we encourage you to apply. Apply To This Job