Contracts Manager

KBR, Inc.

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 450,000 - 750,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

KBR, Inc. in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee all contractual and commercial activities for ADNOC Offshore projects.

The role coordinates between ADNOC Offshore, PMC, EPC contractors, vendors and other stakeholders to protect commercial interests and ensure compliance with project procedures. Required are 15–20 years in contracts and senior management on major EPC/EPCI projects, plus strong knowledge of ADNOC contracting practices and change management.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
MBA or related commercial management degree preferred.
15–20 years in contracts, commercial and project management in Oil & Gas.
10+ years in senior contracts management on major EPC/EPCI projects.

Responsibilities

Lead administration and management of EPC, procurement, consultancy, and service contracts.
Ensure compliance with contract terms and project requirements.
Interpret contractual provisions and advise project teams.
Monitor contractor performance against obligations and maintain records.
Administer amendments, variations, and change orders.
Develop contract administration procedures and controls.
Support cost control and project controls teams on contract matters.
Participate in commercial negotiations and settlement discussions.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

MBA

Tools

FIDIC contract conditions

EPC contract management

Job description

Job Description:

Title:

Contracts Manager

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Job Title: Contracts Manager

KBR Abu Dhabi PMC Team is currently seeking experienced professionals for the position listed below in support of a major Offshore Project. The role will be based at either the Clients Office or the Contractors Office in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Job Purpose

The Contracts Manager is responsible for the overall administration, management, and governance of all contractual and commercial activities associated with the ADNOC Offshore Project. The role ensures that contractual obligations are effectively managed, project risks are minimized, commercial interests are protected, and all contract administration activities are executed in compliance with ADNOC requirements, project procedures, and industry best practices.

The Contracts Manager will serve as the focal point for contractual matters between ADNOC Offshore, PMC, EPC Contractors, Vendors, and other project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Management

Lead the administration and management of EPC, procurement, consultancy, and service contracts.
Ensure compliance with contract terms, conditions, and project requirements.
Interpret contractual provisions and provide guidance to project management and functional teams.
Monitor contractor performance against contractual obligations.
Manage contractual correspondence and maintain accurate contract records.

Contract Administration

Develop and implement contract administration procedures and controls.
Review and evaluate contractor submissions related to contractual matters.
Ensure proper documentation of contractual decisions and approvals.
Administer contract amendments, variations, and change orders.
Maintain contract registers and reporting systems.

Commercial Management

Protect ADNOCs commercial interests throughout project execution.
Evaluate commercial implications of project changes and deviations.
Support cost control and project controls teams on contract-related matters.
Review commercial proposals and recommendations submitted by contractors.
Participate in commercial negotiations and settlement discussions.

Claims Management

Lead assessment and management of contractor claims, counterclaims, and disputes.
Review entitlement, substantiation, and contractual validity of claims.
Prepare contractual analyses and recommendations for management.
Support negotiation and resolution of contractual disputes.
Coordinate with legal advisors when required.

Change Management

Manage the contract change control process.
Review variation orders and assess commercial and contractual impacts.
Ensure changes are documented, evaluated, approved and implemented in accordance with project procedures.
Monitor cumulative effects of variations on project cost and schedule.

Tendering & Procurement Support

Support preparation of tender documents, bid evaluations, and contract award recommendations.
Review contract terms and conditions during tendering stages.
Participate in bidder clarification meetings and commercial evaluations.
Ensure compliance with ADNOC procurement policies and procedures.

Risk Management

Identify contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Maintain project contractual risk registers.
Advise project leadership on contractual exposures and potential liabilities.
Ensure proactive management of commercial and contractual risks.

Stakeholder Coordination

Interface with ADNOC Offshore representatives, PMC teams, EPC Contractors, and suppliers.
Support project management in contractual negotiations and discussions.
Facilitate resolution of commercial and contractual issues.
Participate in project review meetings and management presentations.

Reporting & Governance

Prepare periodic contractual and commercial reports.
Present contract status, claims, risks, and change management updates to senior management.
Ensure adherence to ADNOC corporate governance standards.
Support contractual audits and compliance reviews.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelors Degree in Engineering

Preferred

Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Commercial Management, Contract Law, or Project Management.

Experience Requirements

Essential

Minimum 15-20 years of experience in Contracts, Commercial, and Project Management within the Oil & Gas industry.
Minimum 10 years in senior Contracts Management roles on major EPC/EPCI projects.
Proven experience managing contracts for offshore oil and gas projects.
Strong knowledge of ADNOC contracting and commercial practices.
Demonstrated experience in contract administration, claims management, and dispute resolution.

Preferred Project Experience