Lead Contracts Administrator

WorleyParsons; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm based in Kuwait seeks a Contracts Manager responsible for managing contracts related to oil and gas facilities projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of commercial contract law, procurement processes, and a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Join our diverse team to drive sustainable change and develop your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a similar role.
• Middle East/Arabian Gulf experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage pre-award activities including bid preparation and evaluations.
• Conduct kick-off meetings and manage contract documentation.
• Review contract issues with legal and risk management teams.

Skills

Contractual Terms & Conditions

Commercial Contract Law

Procurement and Contract Administration

Audit Trail Procedural Requirements

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Degree in Science, Commerce or Law

Chartered status (MRICS) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Primary objective

• Manages, provides advice on and administers all activities concerned with contracts for works and services associated with oil and gas facilities projects carried out under various contract forms and modes of reimbursement.

Specific Accountabilities

• Responsible for pre – award activities including bid invitation preparation, processing queries from bidders, preparation of bid evaluation programs, evaluation of bids, negotiation, contract preparation and award formalities;
• Responsible for post – award activities including conducting kick – off meetings, coordinating all contract submittals and correspondence, preparation and processing of variation orders, claims and close out;
• Manages the drafting of Invitation to Tender packages for contracts for large O&G facilities projects. Review and, if necessary, proposes comments on and propose alternative text/clauses to client contract conditions;
• Reviews issues with legal, risk management, tax, and accounting personnel as a condition precedent to submitting to management for approval;
• Functions as a part of a negotiating team consisting of project management staff, to establish the terms and conditions of a contract;
• Monitors and ensures the business provisions of assigned contracts are administered to ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions. Keeps the Projects Contracts Manager advised as to the scope, financial, and risk features of applicable contracts;
• Ensures documentation to negotiate change orders are properly produced and maintained;
• Prepares letters to clients requesting approvals and interpretations necessary to comply with the provisions of the contract.
• Ensure project/facility acceptance documents are prepared and are followed through and that acceptances are signed by the client;
• Furnishes business and financial information requested by the client concerning the project, as delegated by the Project Manager;
• Identifies contractual problems and take appropriate action to ensure a satisfactory resolution. Follows up on those problems which demand management attention, to ensure timely response to the client; and
• Management of Contract Quality standards.

Qualifications/Experience

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Degree in Science, Commerce or Law.
• Chartered status (MRICS) or equivalent professional qualifications
• Relevant experience in similar role
• Extensive knowledge of Contractual Terms & Conditions and Commercial Contract Law;
• Excellent understanding & extensive experience of the procurement and contract administration processes and principles from preparation and issue of Bidders Lists, Contracting Plans and bid invitation package preparation through to award, administration and close out of Contracts;
• Strong grasp of procedural requirements & necessity of providing an Audit Trail for Management purposes
• Middle East/Arabian Gulf experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we\'re not just talking about it; we\'re doing it. We\'re reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today\'s low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.