Lead Contracts Engineer

KBR, Inc; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a Lead Contracts Engineer to manage EPC tendering activities and contractual documentation. This role involves ensuring compliance, maintaining contract records, and working closely with the Project Management Team. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree, certifications, and significant experience, particularly with ADNOC projects, and must possess strong communication and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Contracts Management, Arbitration, or Engineering required.
• Certifications like CCCM, CPCM, or FIDIC-CCM preferred.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in ADNOC projects or similar roles.

Responsibilities

• Act as a focal point for EPC tendering activities.
• Prepare RFT documents and contractual correspondence.
• Review contract-related notices and claims.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s in law or Master’s in Contracts Management

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

The KBR team of teams 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,

Job Description: Lead Contracts Engineer

Position Overview:The Lead Contracts Engineer will act as a focal point for EPC tendering activities, preparing RFT documents with the support of the Project Management Team. The role involves preparing contractual correspondence and various procedures, as well as providing assistance in the preparation of agreements and reviewing contract-related notices and claims.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a focal point for EPC tendering activities.
• Prepare RFT documents with the support of the Project Management Team.
• Prepare contractual correspondence.
• Develop and maintain procedures for:
  • Contract Trend Notices (CTN)
  • Invoicing
  • Procurement
  • Subcontracting
• Assist in the preparation of:
  • EPC agreements
  • Licensor agreements
  • Novation of agreements
  • Purchase orders for equipment packages
  • Amendments to agreements or variation orders
  • Contracting strategies
• Review and provide advice to the Project Management Team for CTNs and delay claims.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Maintain comprehensive records of all contract activities.
• Prepare and present contract management reports.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to resolve contract-related issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in law or Master’s in Contracts Management or Master’s Degree in Arbitration or Bachelor’s in Engineering
• Any one of the following certifications: Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), Certified International Commercial Contracts Manager (CICCM), or Certified Contract Manager (FIDIC-CCM).

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in ADNOC PMC as Lead Contracts Engineer or Manager Contracts.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with EPC Contractor as Manager Contracts, preferably with ADNOC projects.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with Engineering Consultant as Manager Contracts, preferably with ADNOC projects.

Skills:

• Proficient in the preparation of official letters.
• Strong understanding of contract law and contract management principles.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in contract management software and tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in managing contracts within ADNOC projects.
• Familiarity with local regulations and standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.

About Us

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values:

We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential.

We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.

We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business.

We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed.

We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company.

We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.

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