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Job Description:

Parsons is anticipating the need for a Contracts Manager to join our team and support a complex infrastructure project in Dublin. In this role, you will manage all pre- and post-contract activities, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, monitoring contractor performance, and supporting effective governance across the project lifecycle.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, from pre-award support to administration, completion, and final assessment, ensuring compliance with agreed terms and conditions.
• Lead contract negotiations, review draft contracts, and provide guidance to project teams, legal, technical, and financial advisors.
• Oversee contractor and consultant performance management, including KPIs, incentive schedules, compensation events, and performance improvement plans.
• Establish and implement contract management strategies, frameworks, and best practices across the project.
• Mentor and lead a team of Contract Administrators, fostering collaboration across project teams and stakeholders.
• Monitor and report on financial, schedule, and contractual risks, including claims management, delay damages assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Support governance, tendering, and evaluation processes, ensuring compliance with contract and procurement standards.
• Provide assurance on RFIs, RFTs, and contract documentation, including conditions and amendments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve contractual issues and drive alignment across project delivery.
• Identify, assess, and manage contractual risks and disputes, providing recommendations and solutions to senior leadership.
• Support effective communication and coordination between internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.

What Required Skills You'll Bring: 

• 10+ years’ experience in contract management, including at least 5 years managing complex contracts, preferably within NEC contracts.
• Minimum Level 8 degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area, e.g., engineering, project management, quantity surveying, law, or commercial management.
• Proven experience in high-value infrastructure projects, with knowledge of contractor and consultant performance management frameworks.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience in claims management, compensation events, and establishing KPIs for contractors/consultants.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and reporting skills, with the ability to mentor teams and drive best practices.
• Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks, including dispute resolution.
• Skilled in cross-functional collaboration to support integrated project delivery.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring: 

• Level 9 Masters in a relevant field (engineering, project management, law, or quantity surveying) desirable. 
• Professional certifications such as NEC Registered, Chartered status with SCSI/RICS, IEI, ICE, or equivalent.
• Experience with contract management software such as CEMAR or Unifier.

Note: This position is contingent upon project award and future funding, this exciting new opportunity is planned to commence in Spring 2026. 

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