Position DescriptionThe Program Manager - Senior Contract Specialist provides overall program leadership and senior-level federal acquisition support for DOE/NNSA. This position is responsible for the management and oversight of contractor and subcontractor personnel while also supporting complex cradle-to-grave acquisition, contract administration, cost-type contract closeout, and procurement activities.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide program management and oversight for all contractor and subcontractor activities performed under the assigned task order.Serve as a primary contractor interface with the Government Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for performance, staffing, and day-to-day contract matters.Monitor workforce productivity, quality, staffing continuity, workload distribution, and overall contract performance.Provide acquisition support, including pre-solicitation, solicitation, evaluation, award, post-award administration, modification, and closeout activities.Support acquisition planning, market research, source-selection documentation, proposal evaluation, cost/price analysis, negotiation support, and contract award documentation.Provide general and cost-type contract closeout support, including reconciliation of audit information, de-obligation actions, and expired cost-type contract support.Prepare recurring program status reports, identify risks or performance issues, recommend corrective actions, and keep Government stakeholders informed.Ensure acquisition and contract management activities comply with applicable FAR, RFO, DEAR, agency policies, procedures, and guidance.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited institution.Minimum of 7 years of contracting experience.Experience performing senior contracting functions, including cradle-to-grave acquisition support.Experience with general contract closeout and cost-type contract closeout procedures.Experience with pre-award, solicitation, post-award, contract administration, and modification activities.Minimum of 1 year of program management experience.Candidate must be able to comply with DOE/NNSA security, badging, nondisclosure, information-protection, and facility-access requirements applicable to the assigned work.Candidate must be able to work effectively in a high-volume, complex federal environment and produce accurate, timely, professional work products.Preferred QualificationsExperience with STRIPES, STARS, FAST, I-MANAGE/IDW, AMIS/PRISM, FedConnect, CPARS/SAM, and Microsoft 365.Experience supporting NNSA Headquarters, NA-PAS, DNN, or other NNSA program offices.Active DOE L or Q clearance strongly preferred.TravelThis role may require travel to other DOE/NNSA or operational sites based on assigned tasking and Government mission requirements.BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) program with employer match, paid time off, and employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance. Employees can also access career development and education assistance and performance-based incentives.About Far West Federal Holding, LLCFar West Federal Holding is an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC)-owned organization focused on our federal clients' success. Far West Federal and its ANC 8(a) subsidiaries, Angayut and Far West Services, provide a broad range of services that empower government teams and support critical missions across federal agencies. As the federal contracting business of Far West Inc., Far West Federal and subsidiaries support unique social responsibilities to preserve and benefit Alaska Native peoples and cultures. We are passionate about our impact, helping to secure an enduring future for over 575 Far West shareholders from Chignik Bay.Join Our TeamWe value our employees and their contributions, and our leadership team maintains this culture. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your education and experience to support a meaningful mission, working as a part of a dedicated and professional team, we encourage you to apply.This position is primarily performed in a professional office or remote work environment and requires prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer. The employee must be able to communicate and exchange information effectively and routinely use standard office equipment. The position may occasionally require standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting or carrying items weighing up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.Far West Federal complies with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws, regulations, and federal contracting requirements. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination and consistent with applicable federal requirements governing equal employment opportunity.