Principal Contract Administrator (Remote)

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 Principal Contract Administrator to join our team! In this role you will take on contract administration assignments for all phases of the most demanding contractual undertakings, playing a key role in managing complex contractual relationships and driving successful outcomes.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Reviews client contracts of all types to identify risks and conformity with company policy.

• Proposes alternative language and clauses to client contracts based on sound contracting approaches.

• Ensures that the contract is thoroughly reviewed for legal, risk management, tax, and accounting issues.

• Participates as a lead member of the negotiating team, consisting of business development and project management personnel, for establishing business terms and contract conditions for high-value and complex negotiations.  Responsible for leading the negotiation of complex agreements, terms and conditions, financial terms, and statements of work, including coordination with legal, risk management, finance, operations, and business development.

• Monitors and administers the business provisions of prime contracts to ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions.

• Advises Program Managers and Teams regarding scope, financial, and risk issues of prime contracts.

• May be responsible for overseeing a significant portion of the contract administration activities within designated business unit market areas.

• Solves significant prime contract problems, taking proactive and coordinated action in accordance with prescribed by project procedures and practices.

• Supports and prepares Requests for Equitable Adjustments and Claims as needed on programs supported.

• Provides guidance and direction to Contract Administrators on the team, as appropriate.