Senior Contract Specialist

ReconCraft is seeking an experienced Senior Contract Specialist to support Department of Defense, U.S. Navy, USSOCOM, and commercial acquisition programs at our Clackamas, Oregon location. Reporting to the Director of Contracts, this position is responsible for administering complex government and commercial contracts, negotiating agreements, supporting acquisition planning, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing contractual guidance to program managers and company leadership throughout the contract lifecycle.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer government prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, consulting agreements, and commercial contracts.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, NMCARS, DoD 5000 directives, and corporate policies.
• Manage contract administration activities throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure contractual deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Develop acquisition documentation, including Acquisition Plans, Acquisition Strategies, Procurement Requests, and Performance Work Statements.
• Review solicitations, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), and proposal packages for contractual compliance.
• Support proposal development, pricing reviews, and contract negotiations.
• Manage Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), reporting requirements, and contract documentation.
• Maintain contract records within Deltek Costpoint and SharePoint systems.
• Support Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, audits, data calls, and compliance reviews.
• Provide contractual guidance to program management, accounting, business development, and executive leadership.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Clearance Requirements
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance, if required

• Education and Certifications:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (or equivalent experience)

• Required Experience and Skills:
  • Minimum 7–10 years of Government contracts administration experience
  • Experience supporting DoD acquisition and contracting programs
  • Experience drafting and negotiating:
    • Government Contracts
    • Subcontracts
    • Teaming Agreements
    • Commercial Agreements
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • FAR
    • DFARS
    • DoD 5000 Acquisition Framework
    • Service Contract Act (SCA)
    • Davis-Bacon Act (DBA)
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

• Preferred Qualifications
  • DAWIA Contracting Certification or equivalent
  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint
  • Experience supporting Navy, USSOCOM, or maritime acquisition programs
  • Experience conducting contract compliance reviews and audits

• Competence & Abilities
  • Strong negotiation and contract administration skills
  • Thorough understanding of Federal acquisition regulations
  • Ability to manage multiple complex contracts simultaneously
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with senior Government officials
  • High attention to detail and confidentiality

• Working Conditions
  • Primarily office environment
  • Ability to sit for extended periods
  • Occasional lifting of office materials up to 20 pounds
  • Limited travel may be required