Program Manager – Senior Contract Specialist

Martek Global Services, Inc.

Program Manager/Senior Contract Specialist at Martek Global Services overseeing federal acquisitions for the CDC. Leading compliance and operational excellence in contract services.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in program management and federal contracting, with a strong focus on cradle-to-grave acquisition activities and compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple acquisition actions, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective communication and organizational skills.

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Program ManagementFederal ContractingCradle-To-Grave AcquisitionFAC-C CertificationFederal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

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Hard Skills

Acquisition PlanningContract AdministrationSource SelectionMarket ResearchContract ModificationsProposal EvaluationsContract AwardsElectronic Contract Writing SystemsPerformance ManagementStaffing

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Integrated Contract Expert (ICE)

Certifications & Qualifications

FAC-C Certification

Industry Keywords

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)HHSARAcquisition Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Program Manager and primary point of contact for the Government, ensuring successful contract performance and customer satisfaction.
Lead, supervise, and support contractor personnel, including staffing, work assignments, performance management, and day-to-day operations.
Manage cradle-to-grave federal acquisition activities for a wide range of procurement actions.
Conduct acquisition planning, market research, and procurement strategy development.
Prepare, review, and maintain acquisition documentation, including acquisition plans, solicitations, determinations and findings, award documents, contract modifications, and related procurement documentation.
Support proposal evaluations, negotiations, source selections, contract awards, and post-award administration activities.
Maintain complete electronic contract files and prepare required reports, metrics, and status updates.
Lead customer meetings and provide regular communication regarding contract performance and acquisition activities.
Ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), HHSAR, agency policies, and acquisition best practices.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of program objectives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
Minimum seven (7) years of experience in program management, federal contracting, acquisition planning, or a combination of these disciplines
Current or previous FAC-C certification (or civilian equivalent) maintained for a minimum of five (5) years
Demonstrated experience managing cradle-to-grave federal acquisitions
Strong knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), acquisition planning, contract administration, source selection, market research, and contract modifications
Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
Experience using Integrated Contract Expert (ICE) – high desirable
Experience supporting the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), or other civilian federal agencies
Experience supervising acquisition professionals
Experience using electronic contract writing systems
Ability to manage multiple concurrent acquisition actions in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) with Company Match
Company-Paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Experience
Meaningful employee recognition programs
Employee recognition and rewards program
Wellness and charitable giving programs
Employee referral bonus program