Senior Contracts Engineer - VR/31342

Thorpe Molloy McCulloch Recruitment Ltd; Ouston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a candidate for a role that supports major FPSO activity, focusing on contract management for oil and gas operations. Responsibilities include developing contract strategies, preparing tender documents, and providing commercial advice. Candidates should have substantial experience in managing contracts, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently as well as in teams. The role may involve occasional travel to Dubai.

Qualifications

• Substantial and proven experience in a similar role, managing major contracts from inception to close-out for oil and gas industry operators.
• Skilled in negotiating and presenting contractual positions, including liabilities, indemnities, and insurances.
• Strong commercial awareness and data analysis skills, with excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing contract strategies and tender plans to support ongoing operational requirements.
• Preparing and coordinating tender documentation, including prequalification processes.
• Evaluating tender submissions and leading clarification meetings.

Job description

This role supports major FPSO activity, including shipyard works in Dubai and long-term offshore operations in West Africa, working within the international Contracts and Procurement Team of a globally recognised oil and gas operator. Known for its strong safety performance, financial discipline and long-life asset portfolio, the company delivers energy across North America, the North Sea and West Africa. Based in Aberdeen with occasional travel to Dubai, the role involves end-to-end contractual support for both EPC and O&M scopes, with a focus on risk management, compliance, and commercial value. The contract runs initially until December 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing contract strategies and tender plans to support ongoing operational requirements.
• Preparing and coordinating tender documentation, including prequalification processes and enquiry packages.
• Evaluating tender submissions, leading clarification and negotiating meetings, and presenting award recommendations to management.
• Drafting and managing contractual documentation in line with internal procedures.
• Overseeing post-award contract administration, including variations, claims, amendments, and performance assessments.
• Providing day-to-day advice on contractual and commercial matters to internal stakeholders.
• Liaising with Legal, Finance, Tax, and Insurance Teams to resolve commercial and contractual issues.
• Monitoring supplier activity and market trends to support procurement planning and vendor performance.
• Developing and implementing KPIs to drive continuous improvement in contractor delivery.
• Supporting EPC and shipyard activities by promoting contractual compliance, managing disputes, and reviewing claims.

About You:

• Substantial and proven experience in a similar role, managing major contracts from inception to close-out for oil and gas industry operators, including construction and shipyard projects.
• Skilled in negotiating and presenting contractual positions, including liabilities, indemnities, and insurances, with stakeholders up to senior management level.
• Strong commercial awareness and data analysis skills, with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Highly organised and detail-focused, able to prioritise effectively and perform under pressure.
• Confident working independently and as part of a team, with the ability to make sound decisions with minimal supervision.
• Experience working on international contracts, with the ability to interpret and apply country-specific terms and conditions.

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