Contracts Lead

Kintec Recruitment Limited; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy recruitment agency is seeking a Contracts Lead to manage the lifecycle of major EPC and FEED contracts. This role involves overseeing contract strategy, ensuring compliance, and managing post-award activities. We're looking for someone with at least 8 years of contract management experience, including in the oil and gas sector. Strong negotiation skills and a bachelor's degree in a related field are essential. The position offers exposure to high-value projects in an international setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in contract management for EPC contracts.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory or oversight role.
• Experience in contract formulation and post-award administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract strategy, preparation, award, and administration.
• Manage post-award activities including change orders, claims, and insurance.
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure compliance with contract terms.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Risk assessment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

Contracts Lead – Offshore / Onshore Projects

Location: Qatar (Onshore 90%, Offshore 10%)
Employment Type: 3-Year Secondment / Fixed-Term Contract

A leading energy company is seeking a Contracts Lead to manage the full lifecycle of major EPC, FEED, and Long Lead Item (LLI) contracts for offshore and onshore projects. This role offers exposure to high-value projects and the opportunity to provide strategic guidance on contracting, post-award administration, and risk management.

Role Overview

The Contracts Lead will oversee contract strategy, preparation, award, and administration, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and regulations. The role will manage post-award activities including change orders, claims, insurance, guarantees, and liaising with contractors and internal teams to support project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop contracting scenarios and support contract strategy workshops
• Lead preparation of FEED, EPC, and LLI contracts in coordination with Legal and Supply teams
• Advise on technical bid evaluation plans, procedures, and models
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure compliance with contract terms
• Manage post-award contract administration including formal correspondence, change orders, claims, insurance, and guarantees
• Provide guidance to the project management team on major change orders and negotiations
• Resolve contractor claims and coordinate legal issues with internal teams
• Manage transfer of LLI contracts through novation or free issue to EPC contractors
• Monitor potential breaches of contracts and advise appropriately
• Review and recommend improvements to contracts for future projects

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Quantity Surveying, Commercial, Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, Law, or related field
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in contract management for EPC contracts, including at least 4 years in the oil & gas sector
• At least 1 year in a supervisory or oversight role managing contractors, subcontractors, vendors, or service personnel
• Experience in contract formulation, post-award administration, and project business functions such as planning, cost control, risk management, change management, and reporting
• Knowledge of international standards, methodologies, and best practices in contract management
• SME-level competence in contracts, procurement, and project delivery processes
• Strong risk assessment and decision-making skills

Technical and Business Skills

• High proficiency in written and spoken English
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Computer literate with experience using professional office applications and dashboards

This role is ideal for an experienced contracts professional seeking a challenging secondment with exposure to large-scale, high-value energy projects in a dynamic international environment.