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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Principal Contract Administrator to join our team! In this role you will get to contract administration assignments for all phases of the most demanding contractual undertakings.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Effectively supports pre-award contractual activities for large, complex, strategic opportunities, including shaping, strategic positioning, risk analysis and pricing strategy.

• Effectively teams with the Market Lead, Market BD Lead, and Market Finance Lead to achieve all the goals /objectives as it relates to their new business pipelines.

• Efficiently and effectively reviews, negotiates, coordinates, and executes non-disclosure agreements and teaming agreements from prime contractors.

• Collaborates closely with the proposal team, to include the BD lead, proposal manager, pricer, subcontracts lead, pricing compliance etc. to prepare high-quality proposals.

• Negotiates the significant contracts or contract modifications, often under difficult conditions.

• Draws upon broad prior experience to effectively negotiate the most favorable terms and conditions with prospective and current clients while achieving Company objectives.

• Identifies risks in contractual terms not conforming to Company policy.

• Participates 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.).

• Adheres to Company policies and procedures on all actions.

• Assists in training and development for personnel on contractual topics or on Company processes.

• Maintains an active participation in related professional societies to keep abreast of relevant contractual issues.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• JD in Law or bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or related field

• 10+ years of contract administration experience.

• Requires a comprehensive knowledge of industry business practices and the negotiation of prime contracts or subcontracts from the subcontractor perspective.

• Possesses organizational and time management skills.

• Possesses strong written and oral communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

• Working knowledge of PC software packages typically associated with contract administration.

• Must be capable of independently negotiating the most complex contractual issues.

• Proven ability for managing and directing work involving complex situations.

• Ability to consistently follow Company policies and procedures.

• Experience with Federal construction contract management

• US Person

​ What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Active Security Clearance desired

• 10+ years of Proposal Management experience

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Corporate team.

We’re driving the future of the national security and critical infrastructure markets. Our employees work in a close-knit team environment to find new, innovative ways to deliver smart solutions that are used and valued by customers around the world. By combining unique technologies with deep domain expertise across cybersecurity, missile defense, space, connected infrastructure, transportation, smart cities, and more, we're providing tomorrow's solutions today.

Salary Range:

$104,200.00 - $182,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

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!About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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