Federal Contracts Specialist

GFT is seeking a Federal Contracts Specialist to join our Federal Business Development team. This role is responsible for cradle-to-grave contract and subcontract administration supporting the Federal Market Sector's portfolio of Architect-Engineer (A-E) contracts. The preferred location for this position would be in the Greater Washington, DC area or any of our other GFT Locations: Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas, Fairfax, Houston, Kansas City or Philadelphia.

What you'll be challenged to do:

The Federal Contracts Specialist reports to the Federal Market Sector Leader (MSL) and partners closely with Client Service Leaders (CSLs), Project Managers (PMs), Finance, and Legal to support federal contracting activities in compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other applicable U.S. Government requirements.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Review, draft, and negotiate federal prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, NDAs, and joint venture agreements in coordination with internal stakeholders and Legal
• Identify contractual, financial, and compliance risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Maintain complete and accurate contract files, including agreements, modifications, and supporting documentation
• Support DCAA and DCMA audits and related compliance reviews
• Prepare and maintain required disclosures and reporting, including SAM, CMRS, eSRS, FSRS, and Certificates of Insurance
• Prequalify subcontractors by evaluating past performance, financial stability, reputation, socioeconomic status, and federal compliance; maintain a subcontractor database
• Develop subcontractor master service agreements and task order subcontracts for IDIQ contracts
• Support development of Statements of Work, terms and conditions, pricing structures, flow-down clauses, schedules, and change orders
• Review subcontractor invoices and collaborate with Finance to resolve billing or payment issues
• Ensure proper clause flow-down and compliance with contract specifications, laws, and regulations
• Track and report contract deliverables, milestones, and compliance requirements
• Support solicitation development, proposal reviews, and contract negotiations
• Assist internal teams with the use and interpretation of standard contract templates
• Contribute to the improvement of contract templates, playbooks, processes, and guidance materials
• Analyze contract review data and trends using Excel
• Support contract organization, archiving, and records management
• Participate in special projects to enhance contracting processes and promote continuous improvement

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas, Fairfax, Houston, Kansas City, Philadelphia or Washington, DC.
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

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Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

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