Andrew Michael May
Warfordsburg
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Contracting Officer and Branch Manager with 14+ years of experience in contract management, negotiation, and strategic operations. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex contracts with multi-million-dollar budgets, and drive operational efficiencies. Was responsible for a $500 million contract portfolio. Adept at risk management, process optimization, and compliance within highly regulated environments. Holds an U.S. Government Unlimited Warrant for contract execution, holds a FAC-P professional certificate, and has successfully led cross-functional teams in federal contracting roles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acting Branch Chief
Health and Human Services (NIH/NCI)
12.2023 - Current
- Lead a team of 18 professionals managing a contract portfolio valued at $500 Million, including R&D, IT, and services contracts.
- Supervised the implementation of Purchase Cards, purchase orders, Task Orders, and Contracts
- Performed and reviewed pre-award and post-award activities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
- Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on contract-related matters and risk management.
- Implemented process improvements that increased team efficiency by 20%.
- Experienced with Federal, State, and Private Contractors.
- Regularly assume Deputy Director responsibilities, overseeing day-to-day operations.
Team Lead/Contract Specialist
Health and Human Services (NIH/NCI)
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Managed and Reviewed contracts for IT services, research and development, purchase cards, state education institutions, and government operations, overseeing budgets exceeding $250 Million.
- Negotiated and administered cost-effective contracts, driving savings and mitigating risk.
- Spearheaded a risk management framework that reduced exposure and enhanced contract performance.
- Led a team of 6 Contract Specialists.
- Developed and led team training, improving knowledge and increasing team performance.
Contracting Officer
Health and Human Services
03.2011 - 01.2019
- Solicited, Awarded, and Administered contracts for IT, research services, and medical commodities valued up to $150M.
- Conducted detailed cost/price analyses and managed contract amendments.
- Led successful contract negotiations, improving terms for the government while ensuring compliance.
- Experienced in Federal, State, and private Government Contracts.
- Held a Contracting Officer's Warrant, allowing the obligation of Federal Funds.
Education
Master's degree - Masters of Business Administration
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD12.2009
Bachelor's degree - Business Administration
Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD12.2007
Skills
- Innovation management
- Branch operations management
- Excellent work ethic
- Customer service
Accomplishments
- Improved employee satisfaction and reduced turnover 20%.
- Repeatedly received recognition from superiors for excellence in service.
- Implemented new quality assurance procedures to maximize customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised 3 teams consisting of 18 staff members.
- Collaborated with cross functional teams in order to meat the needs of the organization.
Certification
- Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honor Society
- Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (Professional), previously held a FAC-C Level 3 Certificate
- Currently Hold an Unlimited HHS Warrant.
- Received the highest performance review category possible during tenure at NIH/NCI.
- Recipient of numerous NCI Director's awards for excellent serious, program involvement, and cost saving measures.
Languages
English
Spoken Advanced
Written Advanced
Read Advanced
Additional information
References - Available Upon Request
Timeline
Acting Branch Chief
Health and Human Services (NIH/NCI)
12.2023 - Current
Team Lead/Contract Specialist
Health and Human Services (NIH/NCI)
01.2019 - 12.2023
Contracting Officer
Health and Human Services
03.2011 - 01.2019
Master's degree - Masters of Business Administration
Frostburg State University
Bachelor's degree - Business Administration
Frostburg State University
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