General Contractor

Roles and responsibilities

We are currently seeking a Lead Contracts Administrator, reporting directly to the Projects Contracts Manager to join the team based in Ahmadi.

Duties:

Pre-Award

• Responsible for all pre-award activities including preparation of Contract Strategy, invitation to bid, processing queries from bidders, preparation of bid evaluation plan, evaluation of bids, recommendation for award, negotiation and award and Contract preparation.
  
  

Post-Award

• Responsible for post-award activities including conducting kick-off meetings, coordinating all contract submittals, review correspondence, review payment applications, preparation and processing of Adjustment Orders, claims, disputes and close out.
  
  

Project Job Description

Job purpose:

• Supports the objectives of the Project Manager for management of the EPC contract from award through completion and closeout.
• Assists the Project Manager in defining the best project strategy from a contractual position and is also responsible for the development and management of all Contract Management activities in accordance with Project and Client requirements, procedures and performance standards.
  
  

Job Scope:

• Duties in this position are varied and occasionally complex as they are primarily related to the implementation of LSTK Contract Management.
• Determines fit for purpose work method approach in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Awareness that the impact which ones actions, recommendations or decisions could be of considerable significance involving adverse effects on the project, its’ customers or personal relationships.
• Thorough knowledge of contract formation and administration, home office and site procedures, including documents relating to a multi-discipline construction project is essential.
  

Desired candidate profile

• Recognized qualification to a degree level in a commercial discipline (e.g. Business Administration, Law, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Cost Engineering or Engineering) is required.
• Minimum 5-6 years of relevant work experience in LSTK construction projects in the oil and gas sector is desired.
• Demonstrated understanding & extensive experience of the procurement and contract administration processes and principles from preparation and issue of bidders lists, contract plans, bid invitation package preparation through bid evaluation, recommendation for award to Contract conclusion, administration, resolution of claims and disputes and close out of Contracts.
• Experienced in Contract enhancement procedures.
• Experience in the Middle East will be an advantage.
• Membership of any reputable professional association will be an advantage.
• Previous employment in a contract management role with an EPC Contractor will be an advantage.
  
  

Key Personal Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Effective contract negotiating skills.
• Be a team player that works to strict deadlines.
• High level of conflict resolution skills.
• Confident individual with sound commercial awareness and contract knowledge.
• General management and project management skills.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in determining Client needs, identifying solutions, and communicating progress Management.