Contracts Engineer

Bounty Hunter World; Doha; On-site; QAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Contracts Engineer to join their dynamic team in Doha. This role involves managing all aspects of contract administration within the oil and gas sector, ensuring effective procurement processes, and providing expert guidance on contractual matters. The ideal candidate will possess a wealth of experience in pre and post-contract administration, with a strong understanding of engineering and procurement techniques. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to significant projects and drive efficiency in contract management. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in contract administration with experience in oil and gas.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and contract law.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in tendering and contractual matters from project inception to close-out.
• Administer change management processes and evaluate contractor claims.

Skills

Contract Administration

Procurement

Contract Law

Commercial Evaluation

Risk Mitigation

Change Management

Supply Chain Management

Communication Skills

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying/Engineering Discipline

Tools

Contract Analysis Software

Job description

Note: This is regarding a long term contract, 2 to 4 years

Note: Due to Visa limitations, your application will not be accepted if you are from Iran, Iraq, Sudan, Egypt, Israel, Congo, Afghanistan, Libya. Exception, if you are already in Qatar with a valid QID, transfer of sponsorship is possible! If you have valid QID and are in Qatar, press 'NO' when asked for it.

Overview:

We are looking to hire a Contracts Engineer for an oil and gas operator in Doha, Qatar.

Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years' experience in various stages of pre and post-contract administration/supply chain environment with at least 5 years' experience in the oil and gas industry. Fluency in English is a must.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expertise and practical assistance to all assigned Sponsoring/End-user departments in all tendering/contractual matters from the inception of the project till close-out of contracts.

• Efficient and effective implementation of the purchasing processes and undertaking the procurement of materials and equipment for Category purchasing groups from assigning of Purchase Requisition to delivery and payment to suppliers.

• Review and advise at the inception of the project considering the best practice in tendering and contracting strategy.

• Review and comment on the Scopes of Work/Services (SOW), and identify contractual gaps, unlimited liabilities, and impossible requirements.

• Review and track the queries from Tenderers during the bidding phase.

• Address various issues concerning deviations to General Conditions of the Contract.

• Lead the Commercial evaluation, analyse the commercial proposal and prepare the Commercial Tabulation and Evaluation Report.

• Coordinate with SD proactively after Commercial Evaluation Report & Award Plan submission for necessary inputs for the Letter of Acceptance of Tender and Award of Contract (LOA).

• Administer all change management processes including reviewing and evaluating Users’ proposed changes and their contractual impact on the original Contract.

• Critically evaluate and challenge the Contractor’s claims from contractual and commercial perspectives.

• Ensure the Close-out process is initiated by SD in a timely manner.

• Identify global trends in materials supply to facilitate the development of short, as well as long-term sourcing strategies and risk mitigation plans.

• Participate in the creation of SLA and KPIs and implement and analyse performance reports.

Requirements:

• BSc in Quantity Surveying/Engineering Discipline or equivalent.

• Minimum 10 years' experience in various stages of pre and post-contract administration/supply chain environment with at least 5 years' experience in the oil and gas industry.

• Possession of sound knowledge of contract law is desirable.

• Proficient in the commercial and contractual aspects of pre-& post contract award administration.

• Thorough understanding of engineering, procurement, and construction techniques.

• Knowledge of incoterms and commercial implications.

• Computer literate and able to use this knowledge for contract analysis, and evaluation of statistical data both historical and projected.

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Bounty Hunter World