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Government Contracts Specalist

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$60K - $75K/yr

Experience in the administration of federal government contracts, or subcontracts, under a federal government prime contract and with knowledge of commercial subcontracts. * Review and assist in the ...

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Government Contracts Attorney

Arlington, TX · On-site

Contracts & Procurement * Draft, review, and negotiate government prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, and modifications under FAR/DFARS. * Advise on contract line item number (CLIN ...

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Government Contracts Attorney

Arlington, TX · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Contracts & Procurement * Draft, review, and negotiate government prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, and modifications under FAR/DFARS. * Advise on contract line item number (CLIN ...

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Government Contracts Attorney

Arlington, TX · On-site

Contracts & Procurement * Draft, review, and negotiate government prime contracts, subcontracts, teaming agreements, and modifications under FAR/DFARS. * Advise on contract line item number (CLIN ...

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Government Contracts Attorney

Arlington, TX · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

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Government Contracts Administrator

This is a part-time role eSkillz is looking for a Government Contracts Administrator to enhance our Professional Services team. In this role, you will... * Manage day-to-day operations of government ...

Scheerer Bearing Corporation

Government and defense work is one of the markets we're most focused on growing right now. We've already got contracts and relationships in that space -- what we haven't had is someone driving it as ...

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GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS SPECIALIST

Concord, NC · On-site

The Government Contract Specialist is responsible for preparing, negotiating, securing and managing government contracts in compliance with strict legal and regulatory requirements. This role ...

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GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS SPECIALIST

Concord, NC · On-site

The Government Contract Specialist is responsible for preparing, negotiating, securing and managing government contracts in compliance with strict legal and regulatory requirements. This role ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for government contracts in the United States is $90,984.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Government contracts are legally binding agreements between a government entity and a private company or individual to provide goods or services. These contracts can cover a wide range of needs, including construction, technology, research, and more. Companies must typically go through a competitive bidding process and comply with specific regulations and requirements. Successfully managing a government contract requires strict adherence to deadlines, budget constraints, and compliance standards. Understanding the unique rules and expectations of government contracts is essential for success in this field.

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To thrive in Government Contracts, you need a solid understanding of federal acquisition regulations (FAR), contract law, and procurement processes, often supported by a degree in business, law, or a related field. Proficiency in contract management software such as Deltek Costpoint or SAP and certifications like Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) are highly valued. Strong attention to detail, negotiation skills, and effective communication are key soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure compliance, minimize risk, and support successful contract execution between organizations and government entities.

What are some common challenges faced when managing government contracts, and how can new hires prepare for them?

Managing government contracts often involves navigating complex regulatory requirements, meeting strict compliance standards, and adhering to deadlines for reporting and deliverables. New hires may find the learning curve steep, especially when dealing with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) or agency-specific rules. To prepare, it's helpful to familiarize yourself with relevant regulations, develop strong organizational skills, and seek mentorship from experienced team members. Regular communication with legal, finance, and project management teams also helps ensure contract requirements are met effectively.
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Government Contracts Specalist

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

Omnicom
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$60K - $75K/yr

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Job description

Agency:

TBWA

Job Function:

General Legal

Job Subfunction:

Legal


Job Description:

Contract Specialist

In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of contract administration on assigned projects. Under the supervision of a Contracts/Subcontracts Manager, you will support and/or perform all activities related to the development and administration of contracts and subcontracts, ensuring adherence to the federal government contract, overall business strategy and corporate policies.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Review of proposal and proposal requirements, analysis of terms and conditions; negotiating and executing contracts.
  • Experience in the administration of federal government contracts, or subcontracts, under a federal government prime contract and with knowledge of commercial subcontracts.
  • Review and assist in the preparation of Statements of Work.
  • Negotiating the terms and conditions of subcontracts; negotiating final prices with suppliers.
  • Familiarity with all contract types including FFP, CPFF, and T&M.
  • Candidate must be articulate, demonstrate excellent communication, negotiation, people and organizational skills. Must be comfortable and confident in dealing directly with all levels of internal and customer management.
  • The successful candidate must possess a demonstrated ability to deal with project deadlines and ambiguity.
  • Candidate must be well versed and have an in-depth understanding of all principles of the procurement process in a government environment, from inception of a requirement to the close out of the file.
  • Candidate must be self-motivated, resourceful and organized, taking ownership of all assigned work.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A bachelor's degree in a business discipline
  • A minimum of three (3) years, full-time, contemporary, directly related experience
  • Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR); and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Adobe, and PowerPoint
  • US Citizenship required. Must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information.

The Salary range for this position is $60,000.00 - $75,000.00.


Omnicom's policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time, and many of our agencies as well as Omnicom's corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance.


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