Contracts Lead

Kin-Tec Global Recruitment; Qatar; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is looking for an experienced Contracts Lead to manage the lifecycle of major EPC and FEED contracts in Qatar. This role involves overseeing contract strategy, preparation, and administration, ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 8 years of contract management experience in the oil and gas sector. Strong English skills and excellent negotiation abilities are required. This position offers a challenging opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in contract management for EPC contracts, including at least 4 years in oil & gas.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory or oversight role managing contractors or vendors.
• Experience in contract formulation, post-award administration, and project business functions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract strategy, preparation, award, and administration.
• Manage post-award activities including formal correspondence, change orders, and claims.
• Provide guidance to the project management team on major change orders and negotiations.

Skills

High proficiency in written and spoken English

Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Professional office applications

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.