Senior Contracts Administrator - Public Sector, Operations

Job Summary:
The Contracts & Compliance Sr. Associate is responsible for conducting contracts and compliance issues related to all aspects of business development, practice development and project delivery activities. In this role, the Contracts & Compliance Sr. Associate will be charged with participating in leadership discussions to build the client base necessary to make the Federal Practice successful.
Job Duties:
Contract Vehicles:
Researches and identifies relevant contract vehicles (non-competitive and competitive)
Prepares and drafts contractual and firm information to secure contract vehicles
Assists with proposal language for competitive contract vehicles
Complies with all ongoing contract vehicle requirements
Teaming Agreements:
Drafts and negotiates non-disclosure agreements with potential teaming partners
Drafts and negotiates teaming agreements with pursuit partners
Drafts and negotiates subcontracts with teaming partners
Proposal Support:
Reviews RFQs and RFPs and identifies proposal response and contract delivery compliance requirements
Prepares proposal responses for contractual compliance requirements
Reviews relevant RFQ and RFP clauses including FAR or GSA Schedule clauses
Partners with BDO legal department and outside counsel to determine firm recommendations and responses
Coordinates with government acquisition and contracts representatives
Supports development and submission of RFQ and RFP clarification questions
Project Compliance:
Administers and complies with all contract delivery requirements
Maintains primary contact with Government Contracting Officer regarding all aspects of contract kickoff, deliverable timeline, other provisions
Assists in inception to close-out contract administration
Compliance Maintenance:
Maintains internal processes and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations
Conducts periodic compliance audits as required by federal government regulations for federal contractors
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
Bachelors degree required
Advanced degree preferred
Experience:
Four (4) years or more of relevant contracts and compliance experience with the Federal Government required
Three (3) years or more supporting Federal Government proposals required
Experience applying knowledge of Federal Acquisitions Regulations, Defense Acquisitions Regulations and other applicable contracting rules, requirements and procedures required
Prior experience working within a professional services firm preferred
License/Certifications:
N/A
Software:
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, specifically Excel, PowerPoint and Word, required
Prior experience utilizing online documentation / proposal software, preferred
Knowledge of CRM systems or database systems, preferred
Language:
N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Solid understanding of Federal Government proposal processes and requirements as well as procurement processes and policies required
Well developed and professional interpersonal skills
Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently within a team environment and with a customer service focus
Superior organizational skills required with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Detail oriented with in-depth knowledge and application of English grammar and ability to proofread all written materials including proposals, pitches, presentations, etc.
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $105,000 - $125,000
Maryland Range: $105,000 - $125,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $105,000 - $125,000
Washington DC Range: $105,000 - $125,000

Skills
Excel, Business Development, CRM, Procurement, Documentation