Lead Specialist - Contracts

Description & Requirements The Lead Specialist-Contracts will play an active role in proactively advising several programs and protecting Maximus's interests with a federal customer.

Responsible for contract management for the complete contract lifecycle from proposal to post award. This role will collaborate with Project Managers during performance of contracts to ensure delivery of all requirements.

This position also interacts with Business Development, Capture Managers, Legal, Finance and Ethics & Compliance and will review and negotiate new awards and modifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : - Manage the policies for the company, ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other regulations and company directives.

• Oversee review of proposals and contract actions processed for the company prior to signature or negotiation and ensure that all factors have been considered and all necessary information has been gathered.
• Implement contract policies, procedures, and other business and contractual or compliance matters affecting the business unit.
• Manage and direct subcontract completions and close-out process. - Oversee and monitor negotiation of contractual agreements on terms and conditions that are in the best interest of the company and its client.
• Work on issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives. - Implement strategic policies when selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Establish and assure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements. - Regularly interact with senior management or executive levels on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions, and / or customers.
• Involved in developing, modifying, and executing company policies that affect immediate operations and may also have company-wide effect.

Senior management reviews objectives to determine success of operation. Minimum Requirements - Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 7+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Federal contract management experience.
• Experience in any of the following areas : GSA Schedules and GWAC Contracts, Small Business Regulations, Organizational Conflict of Interest, Regulatory Compliance, Employment and Service Contract Regulations.
• Contract Managment Systems experience a plus.
• NCMA certification is a plus. EEO Statement Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce.

We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country.

We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you.

A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.

Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.

Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment.

Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards.

Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off.

Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.

An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Annual Base Pay Minimum for this Position $ 108,000.00 Annual Base Pay Maximum for this Position $ 146,000.00 *