Section   -   Acquisition Office

Hours   -   8:00AM-5:00PM; M-F

Grade   -   GS.25

Salary Range   -    $79,087.00 to $132,868.00

Closing Date   -   

Job Description   -

GENERAL SUMMARY: Directs and manages the activities and operations of the Architect/Engineer (A/E) and Construction Group within the Acquisition Office.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supervises and coordinates the work assigned to the A/E and Construction Group. Develops annual Group procurement objectives and manages day-to-day priorities for the timely and efficient execution of workload. Responsible for timely performance and satisfactory quality and quantity of all assigned contracts. Performs cradle to grave contract administration on all assigned contracts. Independently manages the more difficult, complex contract issues involving disputes, modifications, claims and close-outs. Exercises delegated procurement officer authority for a wide range of contracts. Develops agenda items and presentations for the Director to present to the Acquisition Strategy Board and CAC for contract actions. Serves as acting Director, when so designated, in the absence of the Director having full authority, responsibility and accountability for operation of the Acquisition Office. Supervises and directs the pre-award A/E and Construction contracting process to include participation in determining the method of procurement and type of contract, preparation of synopsis, preparation of solicitation documents, including use of unusual clauses, proprietary specifications, unusual bidding structures, advertising or soliciting proposals, receiving bids/offerors, verifying responsiveness and responsibility, awarding contracts and preparing required reports. Acts as a consultant to personnel to resolve irregularities in competitively bid and negotiated construction contracts as well as mistakes in bids and bid protests. Determines acceptability of any special award requirements. Obtains any approvals or clearances required for the method of procurement and/or contract award; develops justification for sole source negotiations and prepares applicable determinations and/or findings. Performs other duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: In-depth knowledge of various types of contracts, methods of contracting and selection factors to plan appropriate strategies to procure complex requirements; In-depth knowledge of contractual techniques when changes in the technical requirements, design concepts, etc., are required during the course of the contract, i.e., development of new terms and conditions, or other innovations necessary to satisfy a unique procurement requirement or condition.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, construction management, business, public administration or a related field and ten years of progressively responsible experience in procurement and contract administration of A/E and Construction contracts, including five years of experience at the level of a Senior A/E or Construction Contracting consultant. Three years of supervisory experience involving supervision of procurement professionals.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Certification from an accredited procurement program as a Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), National Contract Management Association (NCMA), Certified Associate Contracts Manager (CACM) or designation as a Federal Government Acquisition Professional certified to Level III. (If otherwise qualified, attainment of such certification within 18 months of hire as an added condition of employment). A selectee is required to execute a Confidentiality agreement prior to hiring. Background in public sector procurement.

PREFERENCES: Course work in A/E Contracting, Negotiations, Cost & Price Analysis, Advanced Construction Contract Management, and Contract Law. Historic orientation and focus toward providing quality and timely A/E and Construction contract management and administration.

SPECIAL NOTE -  Position open until filled.