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Public Buildings Service

Building Manager

Anniston, AL · On-site +1

$74K - $137K/yr

As a Contracting Officer's Representative, works in coordination with the Building Manager and Leased Contracting Officer (LCO) to perform pre-occupancy and transition tasks including reviewing space ...

Network Runners, Inc.

Project Manager

Springfield, VA · On-site

... leasing activities, and real property portfolio operations. * Lead planning and coordination ... Coordinate with the Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer's Representative, REMD Director ...

AFG Group, Inc.

Project Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

Leasing Support Review of Solicitation for Offers (SFOs) Review of Supplemental Lease Agreements ... contracting officer's signature Track, Maintain, and update RWA and TI budget/funding records ...

AFG Group, Inc.

Project Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Leasing Support * Review of Solicitation for Offers (SFOs) * Review of Supplemental Lease ... Prepare technical letters for contracting officer's signature * Track, Maintain, and update RWA and ...

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How much do lease contracting officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for lease contracting officer in the United States is $77,308.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,500.00 and $83,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the role of a lease contracting officer?

A lease contracting officer is responsible for managing the acquisition and negotiation of lease agreements for government or organizational property, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies. They evaluate proposals, draft contracts, and oversee the leasing process to secure suitable facilities or equipment within budget and legal standards.

What is the difference between Lease Contracting Officer vs Contract Specialist?

AspectLease Contracting OfficerContract Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires federal contracting certifications, experience in leasingRequires contracting certifications, procurement experience
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, federal leasing projectsVarious industries, government and private sector
Employer & IndustryPrimarily government, federal leasingGovernment, defense, private companies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leasing-specific contracting rolesGeneral procurement and contract management roles

The Lease Contracting Officer specializes in leasing agreements within government agencies, focusing on federal property leases. The Contract Specialist handles a broader range of procurement contracts across industries. While both roles require contracting certifications and involve procurement processes, the Lease Contracting Officer's work is more focused on leasing and federal property management, making it distinct in scope and industry application.

How do you become a lease contracting officer?

To become a lease contracting officer, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in business, law, or a related field, along with experience in procurement or contract management. Certification such as the Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) is often required, and candidates must pass relevant exams and meet security clearance requirements depending on the agency.
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Instructor - Federal Real Property Leasing

Management Concepts

Vienna, VA

$16.75 - $20/hr

Contractor

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Management Concepts, Inc. has an immediate need for instructors to teach Federal Real Property Leasing courses as independent contractors. In this role, you will provide student-focused, competency-based, live classroom instruction in federal real property leasing. Courses are attended by federal leasing specialists to satisfy their leasing warrant training requirements, others who must receive leasing training to exercise the leasing delegations received from the General Services Administration, commercial brokers working under GSA contracts, building managers with responsibility for managing federal leased space, leasing contracting officers, and leasing contracting officer’s representatives. Travel is required.

Typical topics you will be expected to address, depending on the particular course you are delivering:

  • Authority and foundation of the federal leasing process
  • Leasing procedures as described in the GSA Acquisition Regulation, Leasing Desk Guide, Lease Acquisition Circulars, and other guidance.
  • GSA Leasing models
  • Evaluation of offers, negotiation, and award of leases
  • Fair and reasonable lease prices
  • Lease administration
  • General leasing clauses
  • Alterations and repairs
  • Documentation, closeout, and settlement
  • Socioeconomic considerations
  • Ethics
  • Laws pertaining to federal leasing

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Present leasing classes in an instructor-led, live classroom format or online format.
  • Apply principles of adult learning in course presentations
  • Deliver courses in accordance with instructor guide, student materials, and published course descriptions
  • Adhere to course schedules
  • Provide feedback on materials to product development staff
  • Deliver client-specific versions of courses in onsite presentations

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to clearly and accurately explain legal requirements and best practices in the federal real property leasing environment
  • Thorough understanding of the federal and commercial real property leasing environment
  • Familiarity with GSAR Part 570, the Federal Acquisitions Regulation as it pertains to leasing, GSA Leasing Desk Guide, Lease Acquisition Circulars, and other federal regulations and policies that govern the federal real property leasing process is desired
  • Cradle to grave leasing experience is desired, including acquisition planning, solicitation, source evaluation and selection, and lease administration
  • Ability to answer student questions and support answers with citation to appropriate policy or procedures

Experience

  • Current knowledge of the commercial leasing market as demonstrated by current, relevant certification from a recognized real property association, e.g., the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM), Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) Institute.
    • Experience teaching courses offer by the certification organization an added plus
  • Experience delivering training through a virtual mode (Video Teleconferencing or synchronous instructor- led online course (e.g., webinar using AdobeConnect Pro or similar platform) a plus
  • At least 10 years of recent experience working with federal real property leases to include work as a warranted leasing specialist or other warranted individual with leasing experience. Recent instructional or presentation experience a plus

Education

  • Bachelor's degree is required, advanced degree is preferred
  • Must complete an instructional skills course focused on delivery of student-centered training or have completed such a course within the last three years.
Employment Type: Independent Contractor

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