Rachel Simons

Background

About Rachel Simons

Results-driven Program & Contracts Manager with 20+ years of experience leading large, cross-functional teams in legal operations, subcontract management, and right-of-way documentation within the EPC and energy sectors. Proven track record of leveraging legal expertise, contractual strategy, and operational insight to achieve accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across complex, high-impact projects. Recognized for building process-driven frameworks, streamlining reporting systems, and directing multimillion-dollar subcontract portfolios across the U.S. and Central South America. Extensive background in directing teams, developing scalable systems, and aligning stakeholder goals, bridging the gap between field execution, contracts, and executive oversight to drive organizational success. SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS:• Oversaw programmatic client portfolios with 65+ employees, leading multi-state pipeline, real estate acquisition, and utility transmission projects from inception to close-out. Directed full life cycle operations, covering right-of-way acquisition, compliance oversight, and schedule alignment—while developing databases to track staffing, performance, and project milestones.• Directed Subcontracts and Document Management Teams across the U.S. and Central South America, managing multimillion-dollar EPC, oil & gas, and infrastructure contracts.• Built and managed legal and administrative operations for multiple law practices, designing office systems, supervising staff, and maintaining high standards of confidentiality.• Recognized for leadership and community impact, earning MCBA’s Leadership Award, coordinating a 600+ child CPS Toy Drive, and supporting local judicial campaignsAREAS OF EXPERTISE:Program & Contract Management | Legal & Regulatory Compliance | Cross-Functional Leadership | Process Improvement & Workflow Optimization | Policy Development & Implementation | Vendor & Stakeholder Relations | Audit Readiness & Risk Mitigation | Strategic Planning & Organizational Alignment | Team Building & Mentorship | Documentation Governance Negotiation & Conflict Resolution | Executive Reporting & Communication