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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a highly experienced Commercial & Contracts Manager (Settlement Manager) to join our team for a major aviation program in the European Union (EU). In this role you will provide leadership and management of all commercial and contractual activities across a major aviation program in the EU. Responsible for managing contracts, claims, costs, changes, and settlements, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and alignment with client and program objectives.

This position requires extensive experience in contract administration and commercial management of large-scale construction or infrastructure projects, including proven delivery of projects exceeding EUR 250 million.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead and manage all contract administration activities, including claims management, cost monitoring, and contract settlements.

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, variations, and amendments.

• Oversee the evaluation and settlement of claims, disputes, and contractual changes.

• Manage cost forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.

• Ensure commercial processes align with EU legal frameworks and procurement regulations.

• Support risk identification and mitigation strategies from a commercial perspective.

• Represent the program in negotiations with contractors and third parties.

• Mentor and develop commercial staff, ensuring consistent application of contract management standards.

• Provide regular reports on commercial status, risks, and opportunities.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.

• At least 10 years of experience managing projects, contracts, costs, changes, or claims in construction projects.

• Must have at least 1 year of experience in Poland as a member of a construction supervision team for a new airport, industrial facility, or transport infrastructure project with a minimum value of EUR 175 million.

• Have experience with Polish Public Procurement Law (PPL)

• Proven track record as Contract Engineer, General Contractor, Settlement Manager, or equivalent, delivering at least one construction, industrial, or infrastructure project with a minimum value of EUR 250 million.

• Strong knowledge of FIDIC or equivalent contract forms and EU procurement regulations.

• Strong command of English (Polish is an advantage or as required by client).

• Has held the same or a similar position for at least two projects with a value of at least EUR 115 million.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Expert knowledge of contract law, claims management, and commercial settlements.

• Strong negotiation and dispute resolution skills.

• Excellent cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting abilities.

• Proven leadership in managing contracts on large-scale EUR 250M+ projects.

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex commercial issues.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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