About the Role
This role is focused on ensuring that HSSE goals, objectives, and targets are met through personal leadership and involvement. The position involves managing Project Contracts and Procurement and associated activities to execute the work in alignment with the Project Execution Strategy, Project Plan, and Project Procurement.
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Principal Accountabilities
- Champion the Project Safety culture, behaviors, and engagement activities.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and objectives, contracts, and procurement work processes.
- Identify, evaluate, and resolve contracting issues during the EPC/FEED phase.
- Review EPC/FEED Contract Baseline and requirements.
- Review and comment on the division of responsibilities and key management documents.
- Arrange kick-off meetings for the EPC/FEED Contractor to instruct them on procedures for contract administration.
- Ensure compliance with insurance requirements outlined in the contract and monitor potential incidents leading to insurance claims.
- Ensure EPC/FEED Contractor provides and maintains correct Performance/Bank Guarantees.
- Balance owner relationship and EPC/FEED contract management requirements.
- Solicit legal advice as required.
- Supervise the Project records management system.
- Evaluate and check for contract changes, including Project Variance Notices and Change Orders.
- Implement EPC/FEED Contract close-out procedures effectively.
- Ensure compliance with warranty requirements and proper administration of the contract.
- Manage changes in scope, cost, schedule, and quality of the project.
- Oversee project risks, minimizing financial and legal liabilities for the owner.
- Review and monitor contractor reports for concerns, potential claims, and delays.
- Attend weekly EPC/FEED Contract Administration meetings.
- Prepare and issue Subcontract Administration Monthly Reports and EPC/FEED Contract Administration Monthly Reports to the Owner.
- Ensure the adequacy of the Project records management system for documenting the Project execution chronology.
- Contribute to the evaluation and recommendations regarding contractor claims for delays and disruptions.
- Manage the Project according to owner and PMC policies and legal guidelines.
- Secure documents of commercial sensitivity and observe the “CLEAN DESK” policy.
- Perform Construction Site Contract Administration including:
- Setting up electronic files
- Managing change management and correspondence with the EPC/FEED Contractor and Owner
- Processing monthly Payment Certificates and Invoices
- Maintaining registers of correspondence and management of change
- Managing the completion process and monitoring contract close-out.
Qualifications and Experience
- A bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent from an accredited university, with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry.
- Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in a similar position on major Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects, managing a team of specialists, senior engineers, and engineers.
- Required experience in FEED & EPC roles, with experience in PMC roles being advantageous.
- Experience with ADNOC is required.
Moving Forward Together
The focus is on fostering a values-inspired culture that promotes empowerment, belonging, connection, and innovation among employees. The workplace is committed to diversity and inclusiveness, creating an environment where everyone feels valued and heard. Initiatives include reskilling employees and supporting the transition towards expertise in low carbon energy infrastructure and technology, providing opportunities for career growth and development.
