Government Contracts Project Manager

Ross Tree Expert Company

Government Contracts Project Manager

Falls Church, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    We are seeking an experienced Government Contracts Project Manager to lead and manage our federal environmental services contracts from award through close-out. This role is responsible for full lifecycle federal contract management, including compliance, documentation, procurement, invoicing, and opportunity tracking across GSA and non-GSA contract vehicles.

    The ideal candidate is highly organized, knowledgeable in federal contracting regulations (FAR), and confident working directly with contracting officers and internal cross-functional teams. This is a leadership role that ensures operational excellence, compliance integrity, and successful project delivery.

    Key Responsibilities

    1. Own Federal Contract Compliance & Documentation (GSA and Non-GSA)

    Ensure full compliance with FAR, agency-specific regulations, and contract requirements across all federal contracts

    Maintain complete and audit-ready contract files for GSA and non-GSA federal contracts (DOI, USACE, EPA, DOT, and others)

    Track contract terms, SINs (where applicable), labor categories, pricing, CLINs, options, and expiration dates

    Ensure compliance with FAR clauses, wage determinations, subcontracting requirements, and reporting obligations

    Maintain and update SAM.gov, GSA Advantage, eOffer/eMod, and other required federal systems

    Monitor FAR updates, agency supplements, and regulatory changes and communicate impacts to leadership

    Keep all contract files organized, inspection-ready, and compliant

    1. Lead and Manage Federal Contract Projects from Award to Close-Out

    Serve as the end-to-end owner for federal environmental services projects, regardless of contract vehicle

    Lead project kickoff upon award, confirming scope, deliverables, timelines, and compliance requirements

    Coordinate internal teams including sales, operations, field crews, subcontractors, and accounting

    Manage schedules, milestones, change orders, modifications, and risk

    Ensure adherence to contract-specific performance standards, reporting requirements, and documentation

    Oversee inspections, agency acceptance, and approvals

    Manage project close-out including final deliverables, reporting, and completion documentation

    1. Manage Federal Procurement, Ordering & Invoicing

    Execute compliant and timely ordering and payment processes across federal contracts

    Manage task orders, delivery orders, purchase orders, and contract modifications

    Verify work aligns with contract pricing, labor categories, CLINs, and FAR requirements

    Submit compliant invoices through GSA portals, WAWF, IPP, or agency-specific systems

    Track invoice status, payment timelines, and resolve discrepancies with contracting officers

    Coordinate with accounting on revenue recognition, retainage, and delayed payments

    Ensure documentation supports audits and payment reviews

    1. Build and Maintain the Federal Opportunity Pipeline

    Monitor GSA eBuy, SAM.gov, agency portals, and regional procurement platforms for RFQs and RFPs

    Track task orders, options, renewals, recompetes, and IDIQ usage

    Identify non-GSA contract vehicles and agency-specific opportunities

    Flag upcoming opportunities, contract expansions, and option years to leadership and sales

    Maintain a centralized pipeline tracker with stages, deadlines, compliance requirements, and ownership

    Support proposal development with FAR compliance reviews and required documentation

    1. Act as the Internal Federal Contracting Leader & Liaison

    Serve as the company’s subject matter expert for GSA and non-GSA federal contracting

    Act as the primary liaison with contracting officers, CORs, and agency representatives

    Provide guidance to sales, operations, and leadership on FAR, federal processes, and best practices

    Train internal teams on federal compliance, documentation standards, and contract requirements

    Proactively escalate compliance risks, performance issues, or contract concerns

    Continuously improve federal project workflows, internal controls, and contracting processes

    Standardize federal contracting practices across the organization

    Requirements

    5+ years of experience managing federal government contracts (GSA and/or non-GSA)

    Strong working knowledge of FAR, federal procurement processes, and agency supplements

    Experience with environmental services, construction, or field-based federal contracts preferred

    Experience with GSA eBuy, SAM.gov, eOffer/eMod, WAWF, IPP, and related systems

    Proven ability to manage multiple contracts and deadlines simultaneously

    Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills

    Experience working directly with contracting officers and federal agencies

    Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Environmental Science, or related field preferred

    Key Competencies

    Detail-oriented and compliance-driven

    Strong leadership and cross-functional coordination skills

    High accountability and ownership mindset

    Strategic thinker with operational execution ability

    Proactive problem solver

    Compensation & Benefits

    Competitive salary (based on experience)

    Performance-based bonus opportunities

    Health, dental, and vision insurance

    Paid time off and holidays

    Professional development support

    Why Join Us?

    This is a high-impact leadership role within a growing federal environmental services organization. You will have direct influence over contract performance, compliance integrity, and strategic growth in the federal marketplace. If you thrive in a structured, regulatory-driven environment and enjoy leading complex projects from start to finish, we encourage you to apply.