Senior Contracts Specialist

Company: Parsons Company
Location: Jackson
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

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Job Description:
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Parsons is now hiring a Senior Contracts Specialist with a desire to work on creating innovative, practical solutions for the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL). In this role, you will perform contract administration activities for large-sized nuclear projects, or a subtask of a larger project, in accordance with U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) requirements. Parsons extensive experience in this field, combined with your knowledge and expertise, will propel your career and leadership opportunities forward. We need our contracts specialists to be versatile, enthusiastic to work in highly flexible, team-oriented environments, and have exceptional communication, analytical and organizational skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Drafts contracts for large engineering/construction management projects. Proposes alternative text/clauses to client contracts, as appropriate for the Company business. Ensures that the contract is thoroughly reviewed for legal, risk management, tax, and accounting issues prior to submitting to management for approval.
  
  
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  Participates as a member of the negotiating team, consisting of business development and project management personnel, for establishing business terms and contract conditions
  
  
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  Monitors and administers the business provisions of assigned contracts to ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions. Advises the Contracts Manager regarding scope, financial, and risk issues of applicable contracts.
  
  
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  Generates and maintains documentation for negotiating change orders. Prices and drafts change orders and amendments. Follows through to ensure that contractual coverage is implemented.
  
  
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  Prepares letters to clients requesting approvals and interpretations required to comply with the provisions of the contract
  
  
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  Collaborates with Procurement personnel on project matters
  
  
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  Monitors project expenditures versus contract cost limitations. Prepares letters to clients notifying them of contract cost limitations and requirements for additional funds
  
  
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  Prepares project/facility acceptance documents and follows through to ensure acceptances are approved by the client
  
  
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  Furnishes business and financial information requested by the client, as delegated by the Project Manager
  
  
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  Identifies contractual problems and takes appropriate action to ensure a satisfactory resolution. Follows up on problems demanding management attention to ensure a timely response to the client.
  
  
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  Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
  
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  
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    Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field
    
    
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    10+ years of prime contract administration experience is required
    
    
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    Requires a working knowledge of industry business practices and the negotiation of prime contracts.
    
    
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    Possess strong written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and a working knowledge of PC software packages typically associated with contract administration
    
    
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    Thoroughly understands and applies good contract management principles
    
    
    CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: U.S. Citizen and holds a Department of Energy "Q" clearance or can obtain.
    Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
    Not Applicable/None
    This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
    Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.
    Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
    Not Applicable/None
    This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
    Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.
    Salary Range:
    $100,400.00 - $175,700.00
    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!
    The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates.
    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+.
    For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

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