Senior Contract Engineer Upstream Drilling And Wells H / F

IOTA GROUP; Pau; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global procurement organization is seeking a Senior Contract Engineer to manage contracts in the energy sector. This role involves conducting tenders, collaborating with technical teams, and negotiating contracts worth hundreds of millions USD. Candidates should have strong procurement and negotiation experience, excellent knowledge of contractual frameworks, and a background in the energy sector is a plus. This opportunity allows for significant contributions to procurement strategies in an international environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in contract engineering and procurement for large-scale projects.
• Proven ability to manage complex tenders and negotiations in an international environment.
• Excellent knowledge of contractual, legal, and fiscal frameworks.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Previous experience in the energy sector is highly desirable.

Responsabilités

• Lead Call for Tender (CFTs) for the business unit.
• Collaborate with technical teams to optimize procurement strategies.
• Perform risk evaluations and establish mitigation plans.
• Manage negotiations and draft contracts independently.
• Ensure compliance with legal aspects of CFTs and internal procedures.
• Maintain accurate records for audits and controls.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders throughout the process.
• Prepare recommendations for decision boards.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Risk management

Communication skills

Procurement strategy

Description du poste

Overview

The position is part of a global procurement organization that provides contract and purchasing services to operational entities and subsidiaries worldwide. The team ensures global coordination of procurement processes and relationships with major suppliers. We are seeking a Senior Contract Engineer to join a team responsible for setting up contracts related to key activities in the energy sector, including :

• Seismic Acquisition
• Geotechnical and Geophysical Studies
• Drilling Well Equipment and Services (DWES)
• Drilling Rigs
• Marine and Air Logistics Services

The initial focus will be on Drilling Well Equipment and Services (DWES).

This role requires excellent organizational and negotiation skills in a complex, international environment, managing contracts worth several hundred million USD.

Responsibilities

• Lead Call for Tender (CFTs): Conduct and manage tender processes on behalf of the business unit, ensuring compliance with internal governance and obtaining necessary authorizations.
• Collaborate with Technical Teams: Develop effective procurement strategies, optimize costs while maintaining quality and deadlines, and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Risk Management: Perform risk evaluations for contracts and suppliers, establish mitigation plans, and ensure continuity of operations.
• Negotiation & Contract Drafting: Manage negotiations independently, draft contracts, and ensure proper validation and transmission of key data.
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure mastery of legal and fiscal aspects related to CFTs and compliance with internal procedures.
• Documentation & Archiving: Maintain accurate records for audits and controls.
• Stakeholder Communication: Anticipate and share blocking points, ensure effective communication with categories and stakeholders throughout the procurement process.
• Recommendation to Award: Prepare and present recommendations to decision boards.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in contract engineering and procurement for large-scale projects.
• Proven ability to manage complex tenders and negotiations in an international environment.
• Excellent knowledge of contractual, legal, and fiscal frameworks.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Previous experience in the energy sector is highly desirable.