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