Senior Contract Management Specialist

Overview

This Senior Contract Management Specialist role is responsible for managing and administering the commercial and contractual aspects of projects and oversight of its subcontractors. The Sr. Contract Management Specialist also administers and participates in change orders, claims, and the dispute resolution process related to our Client contract as well as subcontracts, insurance claims, etc., all under the direction of the Project Manager and/or Area Contracts Manager. The Sr. Contract Management Specialist works with the Project Manager and project team to ensure that company liabilities and legal obligations are defined, executed, and correctly reported. This position is a (Manager / Supervisor) role. The role directly reports to the Contracts Manager and operationally to the Project Managers or the Director of Operations.

Responsibilities

1. Administer the commercial, legal, and financial aspects of the contract.
2. Support the review of change orders from lower-tier subcontractors in line with the main contract requirements.
3. Ensure all key project personnel are aware of relevant commercial and contract information immediately post-award.
4. Work with the Project Manager and project team to set strategy, manage, and direct the commercial operation of projects from award through successful closeout.
5. Ensure an effective Change Management process is in place and diligently pursue contract changes with coordination from the project team and other functional groups.
6. Establish a commercial baseline and contract summary documentation for the project.
7. Ensure risk management, contract management, and value improvement processes are fully deployed and managed according to procedures.
8. Maintain the company's best commercial interests throughout the contract duration, including policing the prime contract.
9. Ensure project compliance with ECA and Local Content requirements of the contract.
10. Prepare and provide input for contract amendments or change orders as required.
11. Handle general administration, minutes, and record-keeping.

Local Requirements

Role will require travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Typically, 10-15 years of relevant EPC experience in Oil & Gas / Energy / Petrochemical Industry.
• Degree in Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• Postgraduate degree in management or law is an advantage. Qualifications with relevant professional bodies are also advantageous.

Skills and Behaviors

• Strong business presence and professionalism.
• Mature business and technical acumen with a drive to achieve results.
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks to meet deadlines, managing multiple priorities under pressure with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of different contract types (lump sum, unit rate, cost reimbursable).
• Understanding of financial, accounting, bonds, and surety principles.
• Proactive problem identification and solution offering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective negotiation skills with high emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Promotes the company's values and culture, including diversity, inclusion, and safety.
• Proficient in MS Office and capable of learning specialized software related to the role.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships.
• Good judgment and decision-making skills, especially under pressure and within strict deadlines.