Contract Manager

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 DescriptionParsons is looking for an amazingly talented Contract Manager to join our team! In this role you will get to a comprehensive knowledge of industry business practices and the negotiation of prime contracts..What You'll Be DoingParticipates in Division, Company, and Corporate strategic planning activities for specific projects (e.g., risk assessment, bid/no bid analysis, participation in business plan development, etc.).Provides technical guidance to assigned personnel, and ensures proficiency and timeliness of contract administrationMakes staffing assignments and reassignments as Company and project needs arise.Recruits, interviews, and evaluates prospective employeesHires, offers personnel development, conducts performance evaluations, counsels, takes corrective action as required, and approves terminations.Ensures that new employees receive orientation in company policies and proceduresCollaborates with Division and project management to ensure proper support in proposal preparation, as well as contract negotiations and administration. Reviews requests for proposals to identify risks and contractual terms not conforming to Company policy.Negotiates the more difficult, complex, or sensitive issues with clients. May represent the Company at government procurement regulatory and policy-making committee hearings and at industry association committees dealing with Federal Procurement Policy initiatives that will have an impact on the industry.Maintains an active participation in related professional societies to keep abreast of relevant contractual issues.Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.What Required Skills You'll BringBachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field and typically 12+ years of prime contract administration experience within a large international engineering and construction firm is required.Requires a comprehensive knowledge of industry business practices and the negotiation of prime contracts.Incumbent must also possess strong written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and a working knowledge of PC software packages typically associated with contract administration.Proven ability to perform in a management capacity is also required.What Desired Skills You'll BringProven track record in procurement, contracts management, or supply chain functions, preferably within giga-projects or large-scale initiatives in real estate, retail, or customer-focused sectors. Experience in business management or PMO (Project Management Office) functions is highly desirable.Strong governance, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive procurement excellenceExpertise in vendor management, contract negotiation, and administration, with a focus on achieving cost savings and maintaining compliance.Proficiency in modern project management tools, procurement systems, reporting platforms, and digital solutions Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.