[Hiring] Government Contract Specialist @EquipmentShare

Role Description

At EquipmentShare, we’re hiring a Government Contract Specialist at our Corporate Headquarters in Columbia, MO, and we’re looking for someone who’s ready to grow with us, bring energy and drive to their work, and help us build the future of construction. This position is fully remote.

• Work strategically with national accounts to gain access and market share with all Government agencies
• Provide contractual support to teams in responding to RFPs/RFQs
• Review and complete Non-Disclosure Agreements, Certifications and Representations
• Ensure compliance with government-specific provisions
• Identify large-scale subsystems, components, equipment, and services (e.g.: professional services, information technology (IT), telecommunications, specialized security and/or communications services) to be acquired via contract
• Conduct pre-proposal conference(s) with prospective contractor(s) to ensure understanding of solicitation requirements
• Perform incremental funding, preparation of rate and cost adjustments, redirection of effort, coordination of time extensions, incorporation of changes orders, and, when appropriate, issuance of stop work orders, cure notices, and other documents
• Manage/oversee projects in support of customer requirements
• Perform market surveys to identify potential sources for contracted goods and services in the U.S., as well as the availability of products or producers
• Execute contracts incorporating clauses, terms and conditions, technical specifications, statements of work and other certification and representations, and maintain compliant contract files in accordance with established procedures and FAR guidelines
• Assist with post-award contracting actions as required, including contract modifications and closeout activities
• Assist with all internal and external audits (CPSR) and provide program support to both internal and external customers
• Interface with and foster relationships with business development, business management, contracts group, finance, and various other business and corporate functions
• Maintain the contract file content for responsible programs
• Coordinate with other functional areas on matters related to contracting; prepare responses as necessary to customer correspondence and other requests
• Develop a working relationship with different business teams to stay on top of requirements through regular meetings, emails, and other forms of communication
• Manage contract administration and foster strategic relationships with government acquisition personnel
• Handle Freedom of Information Act and other requests from Federal customers or agencies
• Monitor policy and legal developments in Federal government contracts
• Perform other duties assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently
• Ability to interact with people at all levels of the organization and handle numerous competing demands in a fast-paced working environment
• Adaptable to growth and changes in organization, role, and systems
• Excellent at multi-tasking
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Strong computer and word processing skills, including ability to learn and adapt to new systems and productivity tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Must be able to periodically travel on behalf of the organization

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is preferred
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience with US Government prime contracts and subcontracts, preferred
• Experience with FAR, DFARS and other agency regulations under T&M and FFP type contracts/subcontracts
• Experience with Davis-Bacon Construction Wage requirements and Service Contract Act
• Experience working with Administration of System for Award Management (SAM.gov)
• Working knowledge of ITAR / EAR / DDTC, Militarily Critical Technical Data Agreements (DD2345), Technical Assistance Agreements

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
• Generous PTO + paid holidays
• 401(k) + company match
• Gym membership stipend + wellness programs (earn PTO and prizes!)
• Company events, food truck nights
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year — give back to the community you call home
• Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities

Company Description

At EquipmentShare, we believe the best solutions come from a team that reflects the world around us. Our initiative — A Workplace For All — is rooted in the belief that we must work together to solve some of the toughest problems in construction. That means attracting, developing, and retaining great people from all walks of life.

We value different backgrounds, talents, and perspectives. We want you to feel like you belong here — because you do.

EquipmentShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Employment is contingent on passing a background check. Additionally, some roles require passing a drug test, depending on the job responsibilities.