Contracts Engineer

Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas company is seeking a Contracts Engineer to manage contract administration in compliance with internal policies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business and at least 10 years of experience in contract management. Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing contracts, managing the tendering process, and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks. The role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic team within the oil and gas sector, emphasizing operational excellence and integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in contract management within oil and gas.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement and contract law.
• Strong understanding of Operational Excellence framework.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and administer contracts in compliance with standards.
• Manage the tendering process including bid evaluation.
• Support contractor performance monitoring and KPI tracking.

Skills

Contract management

Communication

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

SAP

e-tendering platforms

Job description

Overview

Please note that this position is in the Middle East. All Relocation costs will be covered.

Role Summary

The Contracts Engineer will support contract management and compliance within the Excellence & Compliance Department. The role ensures that contract drafting, administration, and monitoring processes align with internal policies, operational excellence standards, and corporate governance requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or related field) or Business (Contracts / Procurement).
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years’ experience in contract management / administration within the oil and gas industry.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of procurement and contract law. Experience in contractor KPI tracking (HSE, quality, operational excellence).
• Standards & Systems: Strong understanding of the Operational Excellence (OE) framework. Proficiency in SAP or equivalent contract administration systems.
• Preferred Exposure: Experience in tendering, bid evaluation, contract award, and change management.

Core Competencies

• Technical Knowledge: Expertise in contracting, procurement, and commercial governance.
• Analytical Skills: Skilled in cost / terms analysis and negotiation support.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with Procurement, Legal, and user departments.
• Communication: Strong skills in drafting contracts, preparing minutes, and producing executive reports.
• Systems Proficiency: Hands-on experience with SAP MM / SRM, e-tendering platforms, and document control systems.
• Values: Demonstrates fairness, transparency, compliance, and accountability.

Core Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and administer contracts in compliance with internal and external standards.
• Manage the tendering process, including bid evaluation and contract award.
• Ensure alignment of contracting processes with operational and governance frameworks.
• Support contractor performance monitoring, KPI tracking, and compliance reporting.
• Collaborate with legal, procurement, and operational teams to resolve contract-related issues.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation within SAP and related systems.

Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational efficiency.
• Integrity-driven, transparent, and committed to operational excellence.