John McFadden
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Results-driven Contracting Officer with extensive experience in contract negotiation, compliance, and vendor evaluation. Proven ability to manage modifications and develop training materials to enhance organizational efficiency.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Contracting Officer
General Services Administration
Philadelphia, PA
06.1980 - 10.2024
- Negotiated contracts to ensure compliance with federal regulations and agency requirements.
- Evaluated vendor proposals to determine best value for government procurement needs.
- Managed contract modifications and renewals, maintaining accurate documentation and records.
- Reviewed contract terms and conditions for risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Developed training materials for staff on contracting policies and procedures, fostering knowledge sharing.
- Used standard forms and templates based on individual circumstances, amending as necessary to keep contractual language relevant to evolve with revised standards.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms for the organization, ensuring cost savings and mutual benefits.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06-1984
Skills
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Accomplishments
An IRS lease in Philadelphia, PA was awarded at the historic United
States Post Office building in downtown area. The building was six floors and approximately 680,000 usable square feet. I served as Contracting Officer after lease was awarded and managed as part of a project team the tenant alterations construction process, which totaled $40 million, and negotiated complex change orders.
I have served as a warranted Contracting Officer since 1990 with unlimited authority. I have mentored/coached/trained well over 100 Realty Specialists in that time, assisting in all facets of the leasing process. I have given numerous presentations on special projects over the years, held training courses once new software applications
had been launched, conducted and organized an all day training course on the art of negotiations for an entire intern class.
Timeline
Contracting Officer
General Services Administration
06.1980 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science -
Drexel University