Steel Point Solutions

Steel Point Solutions

Lead Acquisition Professional

Washington, DC · Senior · Full-time

No sponsorship$115k-$135kDetected 58 days ago
ComplianceProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementBudgetingProcurementPerformance ManagementContract ManagementLeadershipCommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

  • Steel Point Solutions is an amazing SBA Certified (8a), HUBZone, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) and a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) company.
  • Established in 2013 with a vision of offering world class, integrated business solutions for all levels of Government and commercial enterprises.
  • Candidates from Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Develop Statements of Work (SOWs), acquisition strategies, independent government cost estimates (IGCEs), and Justifications and Approvals (J&As) for other than full and open competition.
  • Lead large-scale, complex government programs and contracts from initiation through closeout, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and performance standards.
  • Manage integrated project plans, risk registers, resource matrices, and stakeholder communication strategies to ensure program transparency and accountability.
  • Drive the implementation of work breakdown structures (WBS), integrated master schedules (IMS), and earned value management (EVM) to track performance and cost variances.

Requirements

  • Active Public Trust Clearance Required
  • 12+ years of experience in federal acquisition, contract management, and/or program management.
  • 10+ years in managing complex government programs, with 5+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
  • 10+ years of experience managing multiple contract types (FFP, T&M, IDIQ/BPA) and leading source selections, contract modifications, and performance evaluations.
  • Track record of ensuring program compliance, risk mitigation, and quality delivery under strict federal guidelines.

Nice to have

  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Policy, or relevant technical field
  • FAC-P/PM or DAWIA Level III in Program Management or Contracting
  • Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or equivalent
  • Skills and Competencies
  • Technical & Acquisition Knowledge
  • Strong understanding of contract types, CLIN structures, and regulatory requirements including small business participation, CPARS, and invoicing.
  • Program & Financial Management

Skills

  • Deep knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific procurement regulations.
  • Skilled in drafting and reviewing acquisition packages, IGCEs, source selection plans, evaluation criteria, and compliance checklists.
  • Proficient in managing program schedules, cost control, and budgeting using EVM and related tools.
  • Strong command of tools such as MS Project, Deltek, and custom government systems (e.g., PRISM, FPDS-NG, SAM.gov).
  • Ability to apply industry standards and frameworks such as PMI PMBOK, Agile, and ITIL in hybrid project environments.
  • Effective leader and mentor with experience managing geographically dispersed teams and subcontractors.
  • High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills for influencing, negotiating, and resolving stakeholder concerns.
  • Skilled in creating executive-level briefings, audit responses, and performance reports.
  • Exceptional analytical capabilities to identify, assess, and resolve acquisition risks and operational constraints.
  • Adaptive thinker capable of balancing strategic direction with tactical execution in dynamic environments.
  • Continuous improvement mindset focused on increasing acquisition efficiency, cycle time reduction, and cost-effectiveness.

Compensation

  • $115,000 - $135,000 USD
  • Join us to enjoy competitive compensation and a full range of benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
  • The salary range represents a general guideline
  • however, Steel Point Solutions considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

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