Contracts Compliance Officer

The Contracts Compliance Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring strict compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR/DFARS), Buy American Act, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws, while supporting construction project teams in interpreting and adhering to contractual obligations. This role is essential in mitigating risk, ensuring accountability, and upholding contractual integrity across all phases of project execution.

Job Responsibilities

• Review and interpret federally funded construction contracts to ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific requirements.
• Conduct site visits and audits to assess contractor and subcontractor compliance with federal contract terms.
• Maintain and audit compliance records, including subcontractor agreements and change orders.
• Prepare compliance documentation for federal reporting and audits (e.g., for HUD, GSA, or DoD projects).
• Generate regular internal reports on contract compliance findings, risks, and recommended corrective actions.
• Provide compliance education and guidance to project managers, procurement teams, and subcontractors on federal contract requirements.
• Assist in the development and enforcement of internal compliance policies and standard operating procedures.
• Act as the liaison with federal agencies or third-party compliance monitors as needed.
• Coordinate with legal counsel to address and resolve compliance issues.
• Strong understanding of federal procurement and contracting procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and investigation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and contract compliance tools (e.g., LCPtracker, Elation Systems, Procore, or similar).
• Experience with GRC (Government Risk & Compliance) platforms such as Onspring is preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in construction contract compliance, with at least 2 years involving federally funded construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFAR, Davis-Bacon, Buy American Act, and other applicable federal construction regulations.
• Familiarity with disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) compliance.
• Experience working with government contractors or on public works/federal agency projects (e.g., GSA, Army Corps of Engineers, HUD, VA).
• Certification in Contract Management or Compliance (e.g., CPCM, CCEP, or equivalent).

Cianbro is an employee-owned, tobacco-free, equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on marital status, race, color, creed, gender, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, veteran status, union affiliation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.