Contract Specialist

Position Description:

Join our team as a Contract Specialist and play a key role in supporting federal acquisition activities for critical infrastructure projects with a public safety agency.

This position is located in San Diego CA.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

Assist in preparing acquisition documentation (e.g. Statements of Work Independent Government Cost Estimates Market Research reports).
Support solicitation development by drafting sections of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotes (RFQs) under guidance.
Conduct market research and vendor analysis to identify potential sources and pricing trends.
Review contractor proposals for compliance with solicitation requirements and assist in preparing evaluation documentation.
Maintain contract files and ensure documentation meets federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and agency-specific requirements.
Track contract deliverables timelines and performance metrics; prepare status reports for the Contracting Officer.
Coordinate with technical teams and stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve administrative issues.
Assist with modifications closeouts and other post-award activities as directed.
Ensure compliance with procurement integrity and ethical standards.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration Finance Supply Chain Management Public Administration or related field.
Experience: Minimum 23 years of experience in federal contracting or acquisition support.
Knowledge: Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and procurement processes.
Skills:
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).
Ability to analyze data and prepare reports.
Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust and/or Secret clearance.
Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:
Certifications:
FAC-C Level I or II (Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting) preferred.
DAWIA Level I or II (Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act) preferred.
Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) highly desirable.

Experience:
Prior experience supporting civil works or environmental projects.
Familiarity with contract writing systems (Momentum Acquisitions)
Skills:
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Knowledge of cost/price analysis techniques.
Ability to work in a fast-paced compliance-driven environment.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level experience relevant training and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $51600.00 - $121100.00.

CGI Federals benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
.Competitive compensation
.Comprehensive insurance options
.Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
.Paid time off for vacation holidays and sick time
.Paid parental leave
.Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
.Wellness and Well-being programs

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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• Spanish
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What you can expect from us:

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All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements and in accordance with applicable laws some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.

CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with CGIs legal duty to furnish information.