Head of Contract

Client of Brunel; Qatar; On-site; QAR 291,226 - 436,839; Full time

Job summary

Client of Brunel seeks an experienced professional in Qatar to provide Commercial & Contracting direction for EPCC contracts. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, or Engineering, and over 10 years of experience in multi-billion Lump Sum Major Energy Projects.

Responsibilities include delivering Value Protection plans, managing change orders, and maintaining relationships with various departments. Strong communication, influencing skills, and a drive for continuous improvement are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in multi-billion Lump Sum Major Energy Projects.
• Experience as Project Manager, Construction or Project Control Manager.
• Legal, dispute and claims resolution experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide Commercial & Contracting direction for EPCC contract.
• Deliver Value Protection plan and manage change order process.
• Maintain relationships with Management, Legal, and Risk Management.

Skills

Influencing skills

Business acumen

Risk acumen

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor degree in Business, Law or Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide Commercial & Contracting direction for EPCC contract post award until close out.
• Deliver Value Protection plan and manage the change order process to deliver best value for LNG and shareholders.
• Work with SUPPLY to provide expertise on claims and disputes prevention and resolution per Qatar Energy governance.
• Maintain close relationships with Management, Legal and Risk Management for contract issues and mitigation strategies.
• Develop Post-Award Contract Management strategies and scenarios for overall Onshore.
• Coordinate preparation for contract evaluations and end‑of‑contract close‑outs in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Provide central coordination for contractual responses to contractors and ensure alignment across the project.
• Support Onshore Contracts Division Manager and Business Manager in evaluation and planning of claims management, preparing material for the LNG Major Projects organization.
• Accelerate delivery of short‑term quick wins and medium‑term improvement projects aligned with Major Projects digital strategy.
• Recruit and retain world‑class professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Business, Law or Engineering.
• 10+ years experience in multi‑billion Lump Sum Major Energy Projects (post‑award) in a similar position.
• Experienced Project Manager, Construction or Project Control Manager also invited to apply.
• Strong influencing skills.
• Strong business and risk acumen.
• Legal, dispute and claims resolution experience is a plus.
• Capable of writing well documented commercial correspondences.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with team leadership qualities.
• Drive culture of continuous improvement balancing quick wins and strategic roadmap.