Senior Contract Administrator

-; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Contract Administrator, where you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing contract management processes. This position offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects across emerging energy sectors, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous leave and professional development opportunities. Collaborate with experts globally and contribute to innovative solutions that shape the industry.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Private medical cover

Life insurance

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Oil & Gas Industry with a focus on contracts.
• Expert knowledge in contract terms and compliance with policies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver contract review workload aligned with business requirements.
• Draft and review financial instruments in accordance with policies.

Skills

Contract Review

Negotiation Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor Degree in Economics

Bachelor Degree in Law

Bachelor Degree in Engineering

Tools

Company Finance Systems

HR Systems

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood require a Senior Contract Administrator to develop and implement Contract Management and Administration processes, related methodologies and best practices. This role is located in the Liverpool Bay area.

Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors

• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant

• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business

• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market

• Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle

• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests

• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

RESPONSIBILITIES

Main Responsibilities

At a high level, the job objectives are, under supervision;

• Deliver and prioritize contract review workload across the supported business(es) in alignment with business requirements.
• Assist/support the application of applicable Group Commercial Policies across the supported business.
• Assist/support the implementation of common ways of working to maximize value, gain efficiencies, and minimize risk.
• Managing and maintaining key internal interfaces within the supported business(es).

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Promote and demonstrate safety leadership behaviours.
• Always act ethically and with the utmost integrity.
• Champion and promote the application of the Financial Management Framework guidelines.
• Champion and follow the relevant DOA and commercial / contracting policies.

Key Activities

• Drafting and review of financial instruments (Bonds / Letters of Credit, PCGs, Collateral Warranties)
• MOU's and exclusive arrangements all in accordance with Wood's group-wide policies and approval processes.
• Review proposed contract qualifications with other functions, as required, to ensure the balance of risk is appropriate for the associated services and remuneration mode.
• Providing overviews of contract T&Cs and associated issues to senior management and execution teams, as applicable.
• Provide guidance to the assigned business(es) on client contracting and negotiation strategies and terms and conditions.
• Engagement with other functions to identify strategies to avoid/mitigate risks associated with contract terms and Contracting Policy deviations.
• The provision of contractual interpretation advice, including financial instruments (Bonds / Letters of Credit, PCG's, Collateral Warranties) to business, as required.
• Support and deliver the timely provision of commercial deliverables (e.g., bonds, PCG's, evidence of insurance) in accordance with contract requirements and Wood Policies.
• Preparation, negotiation, establishment, and administration of Joint Venture and/or Partnering agreements.
• Develop and build internal relationships with stakeholders to become business partners and trusted advisor.
• Provide input to commercial handovers to the execution teams for successfully awarded contracts.
• Drive continuous improvement across the function and look for innovative ways of working.
• Ensures that key relevant Contracts policies are understood and correctly applied within the assigned business(es)
• Develop the functions skills and promotion of an environment of learning and empowerment.
• Ensure the timely provision of contract input to the TGP process, tenders, and proposals, as required.
• Develop main contract flow-down requirements for PO's and subcontracts, in conjunction with the supply chain, as required.
• Supporting the pursuit of Wood's assertive claims and/or defending claims against Wood, as required.
• Responsible for the day-to-day management of the assigned Contracts team members.
• Represent Wood in industry-wide contracts initiatives, seminars, and workgroups.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Economics, Law, Engineering Discipline or other relevant degree
• 5 years of relevant Oil & Gas Industry experience
• Experience and proven track record of contract review, drafting, and negotiation in a service company environment.
• In addition to an undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience, the individual should have work experience in the industry which would allow an understanding of and exposure to key contracting principles.
• Experience in the negotiation and set up of JVs, MOUs, bidding agreements, and consortium agreements.
• Experience of leading and managing a team (subject to the role)
• Expert knowledge of contract terms, contract principles, and drafting and compliance with contracting policies.
• Working knowledge of the Company Finance and HR systems.
• Awareness of all relevant corporate and project procedures.
• Excellent understanding of Client contract structures, principles, and policies.
• Contract experience should cover engineering and construction projects in at least one of the power, infrastructure, mining, environmental, and/or oil and gas industries, EPC, EPCm, standard contract model forms (e.g., NEC, FIDIC, JCT, and LOGIC or regional equivalents) preferably in both onshore and offshore environment.
• Relevant Client-Facing Contracting Experience: 4-8+ years. •
• Supervisory Experience: 0-4 years (preferred & subject to the role)

Personal attributes

• Utmost integrity
• Excellent negotiating skills.
• Leadership, people management, and motivational skills.
• Strategic thinker who can contribute to the management and improvement of the overall operation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Strong client focus and ability to build relationships and trust.
• Contribute to the overall continuous improvement process.
• Team player
• Proactive attitude

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.