Timothy Novak
Senior Contracting Officer
- Role
- Senior Contracting Officer at GSA
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Timothy Novak
I bring a wealth of experience in government contracting, having served in roles across all levels, from contract specialist and procurement analyst to contracting officer, team lead, and branch chief. With expertise in construction and architect-engineer contracting, I have successfully led high-value projects that span from initial design to final delivery, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout the entire procurement lifecycle.Having worked for both the Air Force and GSA, I have managed complex, mission-critical acquisitions and led diverse teams to meet agency goals. My background includes negotiating and awarding contracts for large-scale construction projects, navigating regulatory frameworks, and optimizing contract management processes to support both short-term and long-term objectives.I am committed to enhancing procurement strategies, fostering team collaboration, and delivering impactful solutions for federal agencies, with a focus on driving operational excellence and maximizing value.
Experience
Senior Contracting Officer
Oct 2025 — Present · Chicago, IL, US
Serves as a Senior Contracting Officer on the GSA Capital Contracting Branch- East, satisfying customer needs through the professional placement of Government contracts in compliance with applicable acquisition regulation, policy, and guidance.
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
2008 — 2012
Lake Forest Graduate School of Management
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Leadership
2018 — 2021
Skills
- Government Contracting
- Sap Procurement
- Management
- Team Building
- Veterans
- Supervisory Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Public Speaking
- Event Planning
- Military Operations
- Microsoft Word
- Team Leadership
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Time Management
- Far
- Contract Management
- Contractual Agreements
- Air Force
- Leadership
- Military Training
- Military Experience
- Command
- Training
- Defense
- Military
- Contract Negotiation
- Customer Service
- Dod
- National Security
- Government
- U.s. Department of Defense
- Defense Contracting
- Government Procurement
- Security Clearance
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