Contracts Manager
Location: Sharjah- UAE
At Subsea 7, we take pride in being recognized globally as a leader across the Energy Industry. For 5 decades our people have delivered over 1,000 projects in all water depths across our energy hubs and we continue to do so, adapting and evolving in an ever-changing world.
Our success and sustainability are only made possible by continuing to develop our assets and technology through innovation and collaboration, and importantly through the development and diversity of our people who every day ‘Make Incredible things Happen’ At Subsea 7.
Subsea 7 is looking for talented Contract Engineers whom will be responsible for all commercial and contractual management matters relating to the Main Contract with Subsea7 Clients.
This role will primarily entails Main Contract management, and Key Subcontract management support as further detailed within the job description provided hereafter.
This is a key position within the Project Management Team and potential candidates will be able to demonstrate extensive technical understanding and practical experience in the contractual and commercial management of complex projects in the international oil and gas offshore sector.
The Contract Manager reports day-to-day to the Project Manager or Director and functionally to the AMEC Head of Contracts.
The position is based in the UAE within an office environment. However, candidates may be required to undertake ad-hoc site visits to other Subsea7 locations, or to Client, Partner or Subcontractors in the African, Middle East and Caspian (AMEC) region or other locations.
Job Scope
Act as a key member of the Project Management Team and participate in commercial/contractual strategic discussions and decision making, advising the project management team and Senior Contracts Manager on the key contractual strategies to ensure and maximise Subsea7 profitability by contractually protecting Subsea7 rights of remedy for Claims and Changes.
Interface directly with the Client on contractual matters.
Provide sound commercial and contractual advice to the Project Management Team in relation to the implementation of the Main Contract and to the overall progress of the project.
Provide sound commercial and contractual advice/support to the Subcontract Management Team in relation to all pre and post award SCM activities, to ensure key and mandatory flow downs form the Main Contract with the Client are achieved and ensure Subsea7 is adequately and strongly protected against Claims and Variations from Subcontractors.
Main Responsibilities:
- Preparation of an in-depth analysis of the Main Contract terms and conditions and identification of Subsea7 obligations and potential risks and opportunities. Dissemination of said analysis to project team, regional and group legal and contract’s function and regional business unit management via Contract awareness sessions to the project team (onshore and offshore).
- When required prepare “flow down” of Main Contract terms and conditions for inclusion in Subcontracts. Support and advise project Supply Chain Specialist regarding negotiation of Subcontract contractual/commercial terms and conditions. During execution of subcontracts liaise with Supply Chain Specialist to ensure that Variations rechargeable to Client are captured.
- Participation in both internal and external project meetings dealing with contractual /commercial issues thus ensuring sound perspective on key issues impacting project performance and associated risks
- Monitor key Contractor, Subcontractors and Client deliverables as well as identification of risks and opportunities in the event of deliverable failure
- Proactively manage the Variation process with Client with a view to maximising opportunity for positive project upside
- Ensure that Project Manager, technical/engineering team, cost controller, project planner, etc. are all engaged in the preparation, negotiation, and execution of all Variation Orders with the Client
- Provide sound commercial and contractual advice to project Supply Chain Management function.
- Creation and maintenance of project records within the Global Contracts Database (CDMS) throughout full life of project
- Liaise with and support the project cost controller with the monthly financial reporting and preparation of monthly cost reports
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Candidates should be educated to degree level in a Quantity Surveying, Law (LLM/LLB)/, Project Management, or similar business discipline. Other recognised qualifications may be acceptable if combined with extensive relevant experience.
- Relevant previous experience in the offshore oil and gas industry in a similar role is essential (minimum 10- 15 years), experience in the subsea sector is preferable. A strong experience/involvement in subcontract management support will be a distinct advantage
- High standard of written and spoken English is essential for this role
- Focused in maximising the commercial value to the Subsea7 on all relevant contracts and subcontracts.
- Strong and relevant understanding of the technical requirements required for transportation and installation of offshore operations for both SURF and Conventional work scopes.
- Competency in Microsoft Office is essential.
PERSONAL SKILLS
- Strong analytical skills
- Creative problem solving - able to suggest and develop new methods and ways of working
- The ability to work in a team as well as individually with a minimum of supervision
- The ability to organize and prioritize own work and as such have responsibility for discrete work packages ongoing simultaneously
- Understanding of clients’ needs and ability to suggest and apply “fit for purpose” solutions
OUR OFFER
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed in creating a diverse workforce and look to offer an exciting and excellent international career opportunities as you develop your skills and aspirations.
Along with a range of employment benefits, career development opportunities (mentoring and development programmes) and a flexible working environment, our employees can also further enhance their work-life balance through our Remote Working Policy and wellbeing through a Medical Private Plan and a Wellbeing support initiatives.
Join Us
All applicants that meet the job criteria will be contacted in the two weeks following the application submission date by our AMEC recruitment team. Remaining applications will be integrated in our database and considered in future job opportunities