Lead Contracts Engineer

坯潤; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced PMC Lead Contracts Engineer to oversee contract management for high-profile energy projects. This role demands a proven track record in negotiating and managing contracts, ensuring compliance with project goals. The successful candidate will work with diverse teams to deliver meaningful projects, contributing to energy security and transition. Join a forward-thinking company committed to professional development and a diverse workplace, where your expertise will shape the future of energy solutions.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Group Life Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Professional Development Plans

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in Oil and Gas projects.
• Proven track record in contract negotiation and management.
• Strong knowledge of project contract execution.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage clear and compliant contracts.
• Lead discussions with vendors and clients.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation Strategies

Risk Management

Project Contracts

Oil and Gas Industry Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC Lead Contracts Engineer with a proven track record in overseeing the preparation, negotiation, and management of contracts, ensuring alignment with project goals and compliance standards for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model, and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids, decarbonization, and electrification markets. We pride ourselves on steady and predictable delivery, with an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition, and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the forefront of transformative projects that provide sustainable power for future generations. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high-profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to reward performance
• Medical Insurance covering inpatient and outpatient care
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance with Life Assurance coverage
• End of Service Gratuity in line with UAE Labor Law
• The Employee Share Plan allowing you to purchase Wood shares with company matching
• Long Service Award celebrating loyalty at 5-year milestones
• Commitment to professional development with tailored development plans
• Global connections with industry experts shaping standards
• Energy Transition Academy providing exposure to emerging energy systems

The Key Objectives for This Role

• Draft and manage detailed, clear, and compliant contracts supporting project requirements
• Lead discussions with vendors, contractors, and clients to secure favorable terms and maintain good relationships
• Identify potential contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational standards
• Track contract execution to meet quality, budget, and timeline expectations
• Handle disputes and conflicts professionally and effectively
• Coordinate with internal teams and external parties to align contract strategies with project goals

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Promote safety leadership behaviors
• Act ethically and with integrity
• Champion and promote the application of Financial Management Framework guidelines
• Follow relevant DOA and contracting policies

Assists, Supports, and Delivers, Under Limited Supervision

Activities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating:

• Confidentiality agreements / NDAs
• Client contracts, including project-specific contracts and MSAs
• Financial instruments such as Bonds, Letters of Credit, PCGs, Collateral Warranties
• MOUs and exclusive arrangements
• Reviewing contract qualifications to ensure appropriate risk balance
• Negotiating contractual terms with clients
• Providing contract overviews to management and teams
• Contributing to the Tender Governance Process
• Identifying contractual risks for risk management
• Developing prime contract flow-down terms for purchase orders and subcontracts
• Providing contractual interpretation advice
• Ensuring timely provision of contractual deliverables like bonds and evidence of insurance
• Supporting commercial handovers with mitigations and actions

Assists and Supports Under Supervision

• Preparation, negotiation, and administration of JV and partnering agreements
• Aligning contractual terms with remuneration models
• Managing claims and defending against claims
• Participating in industry-wide contracts initiatives
• Forming subcontracts and flow-downs

Qualifications

Skills and Qualifications

What Makes You Remarkable

We are committed to equal opportunities. Even if you don't meet every requirement but have relevant experience, we encourage you to apply. Collaboration is key to delivering solutions for critical challenges.

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or similar
• Minimum 20 years of experience in Oil and Gas projects
• Experience with project contracts and global contract management
• Ability to develop negotiation strategies and lead negotiations
• Good knowledge of project contract execution from start to finish

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, operating in 60 countries with around 35,000 employees. We help solve critical challenges in energy and materials markets. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or other characteristics as per applicable laws.