Lead, Contracts

Parsons; Qatar; On-site; QAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Doha, Qatar is seeking an experienced Lead, Contracts to drive contract strategy and administration for major infrastructure projects. You will prepare and manage contract variations, monitor progress, and ensure alignment with project needs while liaising with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in engineering, 7+ years in infrastructure contracting, and strong knowledge of tendering, commercial, technical, and legal terms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar discipline; contract certifications preferred.
• 7+ years in a similar position on infrastructure projects.
• Extensive experience in awarding and managing infrastructure contracts.
• Expert knowledge of infrastructure tendering and contracts processes (commercial, technical, and legal).
• Knowledge of local infrastructure contract laws and terms.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and agree all variations, change orders or concession requests with contractor/consultant and prepare submissions for Tenders Committee approval.
• Prepare financial statements detailing the financial position for the assigned departments.
• Undertake contract related processes and monitor contract progress.
• Monitor the work of the awarded contractor/consultant/stakeholder to ensure contract compliance.
• Take actions/escalate when the contract is not being adhered to.
• Review disputes with contractors related to project procurement/contracts.
• Negotiate and recommend best way forward to resolve disputes to ensure mutual satisfaction of both parties.
• Prepare and assist with project-related contracts ensuring alignment with respective project's needs.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in engineering or/ a

7+ years experience

Infrastructure contracts experience

Tendering knowledge

Local contract laws knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar discipline

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:

Lead, Contracts Doha, Qatar

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Lead, Contracts to join our team! In this role you will prepare and assist with Corporate and Buildings related project contracts, ensuring alignment with respective project's need.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Carry out the evaluate and agree all variations, change orders or concession requests with the contractor/consultant, and prepare submissions together with the contractor/consultant, and prepare submission together with respective requesting department to concerned Tenders Committee for approval.
• Prepare financial statements during the period of the contract detailing the financial position for the assigned departments.
• Undertake contract related processes and monitor contract progress,
• Monitor the work of the awarded contractor/consultant/stakeholder by liaising with the respective department, to ensure compliance with the contract.
• Take actions/escalate when the contract is not being adhered to.
• Review disputes with contractors related to project procurement/contracts
• Negotiate and recommend best way forward to resolve disputes to ensure mutual satisfaction of both parties.
• Prepare and assist with project-related contracts ensuring alignment with respective project's needs.

Other duties:

• Prepare timely and accurate MIS statements and reports.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance

What Required Skills You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar discipline / Other related Contract Certifications preferred
• 7+ years of experience in a similar position, covering Infrastructure projects, particularly within the Real Estate environment
• Extensive experience in awarding and managing Infrastructure contracts
• Expert knowledge of Infrastructure tendering and contracts processes commercial, technical, and legal
• Specific knowledge of local Infrastructure contract laws and other applicable contractual terms

What Desired Skills You Will Bring

• Excellent communication and interpersonal management skills
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills
• Strong understanding of management processes, tools, and techniques
• Ability to manage time and prioritize work efficiently
• Adept at building and maintaining strong relationships with users (Project Managers, Contract Management) and suppliers/contractors

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

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