Contracts Manager- Brownfield projects

Client's Vision

Our client believes the oceans will provide the world with safe, sustainable, and affordable energy for generations to come. We share our experience to make it happen.

Profile

They design, build, install, and operate offshore floating facilities for the offshore energy industry. As a leading technology provider, we put our marine expertise at the service of a responsible energy transition by reducing emissions from fossil fuel production while developing cleaner solutions for renewable energy sources. More than 7,000 employees worldwide are committed to sharing their experience to deliver safe, sustainable, and affordable energy from the oceans for generations to come. Together, we are driving progress forward in a TRUE. BLUE. TRANSITION.

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Responsibilities & Main Tasks

• Provide the Project Manager and their team leads as part of the PMT with Contract Management Support.
• Lead the formation, negotiation, and execution of Enabling Agreement and Work Order terms for Project Work.
• Lead, coordinate, and present in conjunction with the Project Manager, Enabling Agreement proposals, and upon gate review approval, oversee Work Order execution.
• Provide PMT with a breakdown of the Enabling Agreement & Work Order contracting terms.
• Assess changes, claims, and delays under the Enabling Agreement and Work Order terms.
• Assist the Project Manager and PMT if work is executed through intercompany agreements.
• Support Commercial Managers and the Project Manager in preparation of strategies and plans to overcome commercial/contractual exposures.
• Liaise with Insurance for event coverage under various policies (CAR, P&I, H&M, WC, PL, and IP).
• Assist supply chain professionals with preparing standard contracting forms for subcontracting, services, and the supply of goods and materials.
• Assist with any supply chain exposures, claims, and delays, and escalate issues when needed in conjunction with PMT to the client.
• Maintain accurate records of all correspondence, Change Orders, Commercial Exposures and Claims, Amendments, and Invoicing, and keep PMT regularly updated.
• Coordinate PMT and Subject Matter Expert input for Change Order Proposals/Change Orders, Letters, and Amendments.
• Chair internal/external contractual meetings and keep accurate records of discussions and decisions.
• Provide input into weekly and monthly reporting, both internal and external.
• Identify Risk and Opportunities with PMT, register, monitor, and report using Risk Platform DANTE.

Job Requirements

Specific skills / expertise / product:

• Degree or MBA in Business Management, Law, Construction Law, Contract Management, Engineering, or Quantity Surveying.
• 5–10 years’ experience, preferably in the Oil and Gas Offshore industry, in Contract, Commercial, or Project Management.
• Strong demonstration of written advocacy.
• Understands the complexities of managing a network of contracting requirements and relationships with intricate knowledge of drafting compensation elements.
• Knowledge and experience in contract drafting and understanding contract liabilities and indemnities, including extensions of time, change orders, insurance regimes, consequential loss, liquidated damages, and capped liabilities.
• Familiarity with corporate structures (including joint ventures).
• Awareness of contractual relationships, such as contract amendments, novations, and assignment of contracts.
• Experience in negotiating outcomes and claims resolution.
• Post-Award contract management experience, typically in Lump Sum, Reimbursable, and Remeasurable pricing structures.
• Capable of preparing delay and extension of time claims.
• Awareness/Knowledge of HSSE&Q Management Systems/Procedures.
• Experienced in P6, SharePoint, MS Visio, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Behaviors & Interpersonal Skills – Key Points

• HSSEQ aware and KPI-conscious.
• Self-leader who works well in a team, yet capable of working independently.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strategic, forward-thinking, and an all-inclusive operator when planning and providing solutions.
• Strong relationship-building abilities at all levels.
• Exemplary communication and record-keeping skills.
• Sharp stakeholder engagement, capable of summarizing and presenting detailed contractual issues for senior management consultation.
• Fluent in English – both written and verbal.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.