Senior Contracts Administrator

Parsons•Chantilly, VA

1d•Remote

About The Position

Parsons is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to perform contract administration assignments for all phases of demanding contractual undertakings. The role reviews client contracts, identifies risks, proposes contract language, and ensures contracts receive appropriate legal, risk management, tax, and accounting review before management approval. The position participates in contract negotiations, administers prime contract business provisions, advises the Contracts Manager on scope, financial, and risk issues, and may oversee contract administration activities across designated company-wide market areas. It may also resolve significant prime contract problems independently and guide lower-level Contract Administrators. This is a remote role targeting the DMV area (DC, Maryland, and Virginia), with a requirement to report to an office at least three days per week or when called upon. An active Top Secret/SCI security clearance is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
At least 5 years of prime contract administration experience.
Thorough knowledge of industry business practices and prime contract negotiation.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Working knowledge of PC software packages typically associated with contract administration.
Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
Report to an office at least 3 days per week or when called upon.

Nice To Haves

Background supporting Intelligence Community (IC) and/or Department of Defense (DoD) contracts.

Responsibilities

Review client contracts of all types to identify risks and ensure conformity with company policy.
Propose alternative contract text or clauses as appropriate for company business.
Ensure contracts are reviewed for legal, risk management, tax, and accounting issues before submission to management for approval.
Participate on negotiating teams with business development and project management personnel to establish business terms and contract conditions.
Monitor and administer prime contract business provisions to ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
Advise the Contracts Manager on prime contract scope, financial, and risk issues.
May oversee a significant portion of contract administration activities within designated company-wide market areas.
Resolve significant prime contract problems, taking independent action as prescribed by project procedures.
May provide guidance and direction to lower-level Contract Administrators.
Perform other associated responsibilities as appropriate.