Parsons

ContractsLead

$350–550k ~AI est. Saudi Arabia FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Lead candidates.

The Brief

“Contracts Lead at Parsons. Skills: Contract management, Risk management, Negotiation. Lead drafting of contracts. Lead review of contracts”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Risk assessment; Dispute resolution; Claims management

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field, Minimum 10 years experience in contract management, Proven expertise in contract negotiation, Proven expertise in contract administration, Proven expertise in risk management, Experience managing large-scale projects, Experience interfacing with multiple stakeholders

Nice to Have

Professional certifications (CPCM, CCM, or equivalent) preferred, Experience with international contracts, Experience with FIDIC contract forms, Experience with NEC contract forms, Knowledge of airport project procurement, Knowledge of airport project operations, Knowledge of airport project compliance requirements, Ability to manage multiple high-value contracts, Business acumen with focus on commercial outcomes, Business acumen with focus on risk mitigation, Experience in dispute resolution, Experience in claims management, Knowledge of aviation project procurement, Knowledge of aviation project operations, Knowledge of aviation project compliance requirements

What You'll Do.

Lead drafting of contracts

Lead review of contracts

Lead negotiation of contracts

Ensure contracts align with company policies

Ensure contracts align with project requirements

Ensure contracts align with legal regulations

Maintain organized contract repository

Identify commercial risks

Assess commercial risks

Mitigate commercial risks

Identify contractual risks

Assess contractual risks

Mitigate contractual risks

Advise project teams on contract terms

Advise project teams on liability

Advise project teams on claims

Advise project teams on change management

Collaborate with legal counsel on disputes

Collaborate with legal counsel on claims resolution

Act as primary contact for contract issues

Review project documentation for compliance

Support claim submissions

Support variation orders

Support contractual correspondence

Liaise with clients on contracts

Liaise with consultants on contracts

Liaise with subcontractors on contracts

Liaise with internal stakeholders on contracts

Prepare commercial reports

Prepare risk assessments

Prepare recommendations for senior management

Support dispute resolution

Ensure compliance with internal policies

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

Ensure compliance with industry standards

Monitor contractual obligations

Monitor performance metrics

Implement best practices in contract management

Implement continuous improvement processes

Mentor junior contracts staff

Guide junior contracts staff

Mentor junior commercial staff

Guide junior commercial staff

Foster collaborative environment

Foster high-performance environment

Conduct performance reviews

Support professional development initiatives

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Internal stakeholders; Project teams; Legal counsel; Senior management; Junior staff

Communication Scope

Commercial reports; Risk assessments; Recommendations

Process & Methodology

Claim submissions, Variation orders, Change management

Full Job Description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. _**Job Description:**_ Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **Contracts Lead** to join our team! **What You’ll Be Doing:** * Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts with clients, subcontractors, and vendors. * Ensure all contracts are aligned with company policies, project requirements, and legal regulations. * Maintain an organized contract repository and track key milestones, obligations, and deliverables. * Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks across projects. * Advise project teams on contract terms, liability, claims, and change management. * Collaborate with legal counsel on complex contractual disputes or claims resolution. * Act as the primary point of contact for contract-related issues with project teams. * Review project documentation to ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions. * Support project managers in claim submissions, variation orders, and contractual correspondence. **Stakeholder Engagement:** * Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders on contract-related matters. * Prepare and present commercial reports, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior management. * Support negotiations and dispute resolution, ensuring outcomes are commercially favorable. * Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. * Monitor contractual obligations, deadlines, and performance metrics. * Implement best practices in contract management and continuous improvement processes. * Mentor and guide junior contracts and comm

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