About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced PMC Lead Contracts Engineer with a proven track record in managing all project contracts. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with contractual terms, handling contract administration, evaluating claims and variations, mitigating contractual risks, and supporting procurement and project teams to protect the project's commercial interests.
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About Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world.
We deliver large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. Our Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy and has a proven delivery model. We pride ourselves on being the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status quo in various segments such as:
- Oil and gas upstream and midstream
- Onshore and offshore projects
- Gas to liquids
- Decarbonization and electrification markets
Energy security, transition, and supply have never been more important. Our teams are at the forefront of transformative projects that provide sustainable power for future generations, turning low-carbon concepts into reality.
What We Can Offer
- Meaningful and Interesting Projects: Work with high-profile clients across the Energy Sector
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We actively promote diversity and inclusion across our business
- Competitive Remuneration Package: Regular reviews to align rewards with market levels
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for inpatient and outpatient treatment
- Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: Life assurance cover provided
- End of Service Gratuity: Benefits in line with UAE Labor Law
- Employee Share Plan: Opportunity to purchase company shares with a company match
- Long Service Award: Recognition of employees' commitment at 5-year service milestones
- Commitment to Continuous Professional Development: Tailored development plans for individual needs
- Global Connections: Join a network of industry experts
- Energy Transition Academy: Engage with a community of experts and gain exposure to various energy systems
Key Objectives for This Role
- Lead the contracts management function for engineering and construction projects, ensuring effective administration, compliance, risk management, and governance.
- Provide technical and contractual support throughout the project lifecycle, from tendering to close-out.
- Minimize commercial and contractual risks while maximizing project performance.
- Ensure timely management of contract variations, claims, disputes, and stakeholder communications.
- Collaborate with relevant teams to achieve project and business objectives.
Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation, review, evaluation, and administration of contracts related to engineering, procurement, and construction.
- Review contract terms to ensure compliance with policies, requirements, and regulations.
- Provide guidance to project teams on contract interpretation and risk strategies.
- Manage execution activities to fulfill contractual commitments by all parties.
- Oversee the assessment and negotiation of change orders, variations, and amendments.
- Identify, analyze, and mitigate contractual risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare, review, and support the submission of claims and dispute resolution documents.
- Monitor contractor and vendor performance against KPIs.
- Support procurement activities, including bid evaluations and negotiations.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for audit readiness.
- Coordinate with legal, commercial, and project management teams regarding contractual matters.
- Notify and manage contractual issues impacting project cost, schedule, or quality.
- Prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership.
- Lead negotiations with clients, contractors, and suppliers.
- Mentor junior contracts engineers to enhance team capability.
- Ensure adherence to company governance, ethics, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
Skills and Qualifications
What Makes You Remarkable?
We encourage all talented individuals to consider joining our team, even if you don’t meet every qualification outlined below. Your unique experiences and skills are valued.
Expected:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, or a related discipline.
- Master's degree in engineering, Business Administration (MBA), Commercial Management, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years relevant experience in the oil and gas industry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong technical and interpersonal skills.
- Detailed knowledge of relevant international codes and standards.
- Proficiency in engineering computer programs and business software.
