Vice President Contracts, Engineered Systems

Overview

This role supports the Engineered Systems business unit and leads the contracts function in a dynamic Federal contracting environment. Responsibilities include advising senior stakeholders, developing contracting strategy, and negotiating FAR-based and commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, train, and develop a team of 20+ Contract professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality performance.
• Oversee contract activity (New Business, Existing Business, and Close-out) within a major market in the Federal Division.
• Conduct risk assessments to help shape business strategy and support business unit and corporate-level reviews.
• Structure and negotiate complex contracts and/or contract modifications, often under difficult conditions with the US Government and commercial entities.
• Provide comprehensive knowledge and guidance on legal, business, financial, and long-term implications of prime contract negotiation and maintenance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or related field, or a JD.
• 15+ years of prime contract administration experience, including construction for the Federal Government.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, OTAs, and other industry business practices for negotiation of prime and subcontracts.
• Experience working with Federal agencies including DOW and the FAA.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of PC software packages typically associated with contract administration.
• Willingness to embrace AI to improve productivity and drive innovation.
• Proven ability to manage and direct work involving complex situations.
• US Citizenship.
• TS clearance or the ability to get it.

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $200,600.00 - $383,500.00
• Eligible for incentive compensation.
• Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays.

Location

• Virtual work arrangement with travel to Parsons HQ in Chantilly, VA, client offices, or project sites.

Security Clearance Requirement

• None

Posting Information

• This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Equal Opportunity

• Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.