Contracts Manager at Parsons

Parsons; Parsons (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial Wellness

Work Life Harmony

Career Development

Veteran Support

Mind & Body

Health benefits

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a highly experienced Contracts Manager for an on-site role in Kansas. You will oversee post-contract awards, commercial services, and ensure adherence to contract terms across projects.

You will lead a team, coordinate with Construction, Engineering, Procurement, and Legal across disciplines, and manage final accounts and claim mitigation. A deep knowledge of FIDIC and procurement practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with 20+ years of program/contract management experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience in FIDIC Contracts on multidisciplinary large-scale projects.
• Minimum 8 years leadership experience managing diverse activities.
• In depth knowledge of industry standard contracting and procurement forms.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; bilingual English/Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Audit level review and final recommendation of all commercial documentation on projects.
• Review documentation submitted by consultants for commercial implications.
• Coordinate with Design, Construction, Engineering, Procurement and Legal teams.
• Manage site valuation procedures and monthly valuations with CM/Contractor reps.
• Oversee final accounts preparation, submission and agreement with Client/Contractor/Consultant.
• Develop and manage procedures to recognize and resolve claims; advise on claims.

Skills

Civil Engineering

FIDIC Contracts

Leadership

Contract Management

English/Arabic bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. 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 Manager to join our team! In this role you will be responsible and accountable for oversight, development, and implementation and functional management of the execution of post-contract award and commercial services. The Senior Contracts Manager develops, implements, and audits the policies and procedures throughout the project to ensure consistency of application and quality of product. The Senior Contracts Manager works with the Construction Manager(s) and Contractors to ensure standards are maintained throughout the program and adherence to contract terms and conditions; works closely with the Budget and Planning Manager relative to inputs on actual cost and accruals, variations, claims, etc. captured at the project level rolled up to the program level.

What You'll Be Doing

• Audit level review and final recommendation of all commercial documentation on the projects submitted by the Contractor and the Construction Manager;
• Conduct detailed review / recommendation for all commercial documentation submitted by consultants.
• Assess contractual implications of site decisions and optimization of practical contract conditions.
• Maintain working relationship with Design, Construction, Engineering, Procurement and Legal Management to facilitate organizational interfaces.
• Supervise site measurement team; manage monthly valuations.
• Agree on valuations and methods of reimbursement with CM/Contractor representatives.
• Set up and manage site valuation procedures.
• Liaise and coordinate agreement on valuations with Construction Managers / Contractors.
• Implement Configuration Management protocols and procedures; manage directives and variations, review client requirements, assess implications, negotiate omissions or extra costs, and coordinate and report on the contractual implications of other parties engaged with the works.
• Manage final accounts including preparation, submission and agreement with Client/Contractor/Consultant.
• Compile and scrutinize design deliverables to ensure conformance, accuracy and completeness of information.
• Review Bills of Quantities to assure an accurate reflection of the work.
• Manage claims, advise on all aspects of contractual claims.
• Develop and manage procedures to recognize and identify claims as they evolve, manage timely resolution under the changes provisions where possible, and obtain legal expertise as appropriate.
• Avoid Contractors/Consultants claims; assess variations in lieu of claims.
• Record pertinent events; ensure proper submission in accordance with the contract.
• Advise on the imposition of liquidated damages where applicable.
• Evaluate claims including compilation of effective contemporary records, preparation of submissions for Mediation and/or Arbitration on contractual matters.
• Submit documentation to company senior Contract/Legal Managers and client respective Contract/Legal Department for extra-contractual matters.
• Provide the Parsons Program Manager with reviews / analyses on the contract data.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) with 20+ years of related program / Contracts management experience, in which 20+ years of proven experience in Procurement Management under FIDIC conditions of Contract Forms, both Pre and Post Contract Procurement
• Extensive hands-on experience in FIDIC Contracts within multidisciplinary large-scale projects is a must.
• Minimum 8 years leadership experience managing diverse activities
• In depth knowledge of industry standard forms of contracting, procurement procedures, standard forms of contracting within the Construction Industries.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The Contracts Manager to be able to communicate in both Arabic and English languages.
• Expert knowledge and skills relating to contract management and procurement.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Ability to work independently, and as a team member, with minimal supervision.
• Self-directed, proactive, motivated, enjoy a changing environment and have a positive, entrepreneurial attitude.
• Strong analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to multitask.
• Strong sense of commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Possessing interpersonal skills and ability to interface effectively with all levels of employees and management.

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—

COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself through our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, healthier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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