Job Description

Remote Work:
Hybrid
Job Number:
R0206972
Location:
Arlington,VA,US
Acquisition and Energy Specialist

The Opportunity:

The Department of Defense’s (DoD) infrastructure is evolving to meet ambitious climate goals, growing energy demands, and critical resilience requirements. Furthermore, new technology, community involvement, and public-private partnerships are creating new infrastructure opportunities for the DoD. As a result, infrastructure financing and acquisition are changing.

That’s why we need you, a highly skilled and motivated Acquisition Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing the new acquisition prototypes for various infrastructure-related projects and programs, with a particular focus on energy and resilience.

This role requires an understanding of federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and DoD procurement policies, excellent problem-solving, and the ability to lead multiple stakeholders with different perspectives toward the same goal. The position also requires developing and maintaining relationships with contracting agency partners, military installation leaders, legal teams, and senior clients. In this role, you'll identify potential suppliers through solicitation processes and evaluate their capabilities. Additional responsibilities include project planning, meeting facilitation, evaluating supplier capabilities, and conducting market research.

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have: 

  • 3+ years of experience with federal government procurement or contract management
  • 1+ years of experience with energy project acquisition types, including Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs), Utility Energy Service Contracts (UESCs), Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs), Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), or Utilities Privatization (UP) contracts
  • Experience providing recommendations for acquisition program teams on acquisition pathways, including documentation tailoring and baselining
  • Experience planning, tracking, and meeting due dates for multiple tasks across multiple programs  
  • Experience collaborating successfully with individuals at all levels to accomplish tasks within stated deadlines
  • Ability to adapt to changing environments while maintaining performance and quality of work products
  • Ability to communicate effectively and concisely using a variety of styles appropriate to target audience
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have: 

  • Experience developing or participating in renewable energy generation projects
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred; Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field a plus

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $54,000.00 to $123,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

  • If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
  • If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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