7+ years in federal contract vehicle management, business development, or program management.
Experience managing GWAC, IDIQ, BPA, or similar contracts with a focus on compliance and reporting.
Proven ability to coordinate across Government and contractor stakeholders, preparing briefings and reports.
Formal capture management experience using the Shipley methodology; certification is a plus.
Strong relationships with Government program offices and customers.
Deep understanding of federal acquisition processes (FAR and Agency supplements).
Familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI).
Bachelor's degree in a related field; advanced degrees or PM certifications are advantageous.
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee contract execution to ensure quality and timeliness.
Act as the main contact for Government customers, managing all reporting and compliance.
Monitor and report on vehicle utilization and performance metrics.
Stay informed on policies and program office guidance.
Manage task order tracking and distribution systems.
Participate in Program Management Reviews and other Government meetings.
Represent the company at industry events and briefings.
Drive capture activities using the Shipley methodology, including competitive assessments and win-theme development.
Make bid/no-bid recommendations and manage the pursuit pipeline.
Collaborate with proposal and pricing teams for compliant task order responses.
Develop teaming strategies with OEMs and subcontractors.
Create standardized templates for RFPs/RFIs and streamline response processes.
Provide performance reporting to executive leadership.
Work cross-functionally to ensure smooth project execution from pursuit to award.
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
Professional development opportunities and training.
Flexible work arrangements.
Retirement savings plans with company matching.
Paid time off and holiday leave.
Full Job Description
Position Information:
The GWAC/IDIQ Manager is responsible for managing the performance and growth of assigned IDIQ/GWAC contracts and will oversee contract execution, customer relationships, and overall performance. As a dual-hatted role, this position manages knowledge-based services across a broad scope and owns both program management/compliance and business development/capture, driving task order pursuit and leading capture activities using the Shipley methodology to ensure full leverage for contract growth.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide leadership, direction, quality assurance, and administrative oversight to ensure timely and effective contract execution.
Serve as the primary point of contact and principal management interface with Government customers and stakeholders, including all reporting, deliverables, and compliance requirements.
Track and report vehicle utilization, win rates, and performance metrics.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of policies, modifications, and program office guidance.
Manage the task order tracking and distribution system.
Attend Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and other required Government meetings.
Represent the company at training events, industry days, and program office briefings.
Lead capture activities using the Shipley capture methodology, including identification, qualification, competitive assessment, teaming strategy, and win-theme development.
Own bid/no-bid decision recommendations and drive the pursuit pipeline.
Coordinate with proposal, pricing, and contract teams to ensure timely, compliant, and competitive task order responses.
Develop and execute teaming strategies with OEMs, resellers, and subcontract partners.
Develop and refine standardized templates and rapid-response processes for RFPs/RFIs.
Provide regular pipeline, forecast, and performance reporting to executive leadership.
Collaborate cross-functionally with contracts, pricing, proposal, and delivery teams to ensure a smooth pursuit-to-award-to-execution lifecycle.
Education/Skills/Experience Requirements:
7+ years of experience in federal contract vehicle management, business development, and/or program management.
Direct experience managing GWAC, IDIQ, BPA, or other multiple-award contract vehicles, including compliance, reporting, and task order administration.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively across Government, contractor, and external stakeholders; prepare briefings, reports, standard operating procedures, and official correspondence; and lead a team in fast-paced environments
Formal capture management experience using the Shipley methodology (certification a plus).
Proven track record of building and sustaining direct relationships with Government program offices and customers.
Strong understanding of federal acquisition processes, i.e., FAR and Agency supplements.
Experience with CRM/pipeline tools (Capture 2 Proposal, Salesforce, GovWin, BGov) and reporting tools (Power BI or similar).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to both internal executives and Government customers.
Bachelor's degree in a related field (Business, IT, Public Administration); Master's and/or PM certification (PMP, Villanova PM Certificate, etc.) a plus.
Desired Knowledge/Skills:
Experience with additional GWAC/IDIQ vehicles (GSA MAS, Alliant 2, OASIS+, CIO-SP, Polaris, ITES) to bring cross-vehicle knowledge and partner relationships.
Existing relationships within the customer/reseller ecosystem.
Experience standing up or improving a PMO's task order tracking/distribution process.
