Contract Specialist

Tharros is seeking a Contract Specialist to join our team. This hybrid role will support a government program on a full-time basis through September 2026, with an extension to the program possible. The position will work with Contracting Officers, technical offices, and implementing partners and requires regular in-office collaboration while maintaining the ability to work effectively in a remote environment.

In this role, you willmanage and support cradle to grave contract activities. The Contract Specialist will play a vital role in ensuring ongoing contract compliance, modifications, performance monitoring, and timely and accurate closeout of awards. The position supports a government Agency's acquisition lifecycle in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform the full cradle to grave requirements for government contracts.
• Prepare and process contract modifications, option exercises, and administrative amendments in accordance with FAR and government acquisition requirements, and agency supplementalrules and procedures.
• Manage contract files, ensuring accurate and complete documentation in compliance with government policies and audit requirements.
• Coordinate contract closeout actions, including final invoice review, property disposition, audit resolution, and documentation of final determinations.
• Resolve administrative issues with contractors, technical offices, and COs/AOs, escalating sensitive matters as appropriate.
• Ensure data accuracy in procurement systems and support reporting requirements related to contract status and pipeline.
• Support the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures and closeout tools.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Must successfully complete government background investigation prior to start.
• Must be able to support a hybrid work schedule, combining on-site and telework, with availability during core hours of 1000-1500.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of progressively responsible experience in federal contract administration, with at least 1 year directly supporting government operations.
• Knowledge of contract lifecycle management, FAR, government acquisition requirements, and contract file documentation.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in both in-office and remote environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to work independently in a virtual team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include Teams or similar workplace chat and videoconferencing tools.