Head of Contracts (Oil and Gas) in Doha: Profession with future

Qatar, Doha, .

Fulltime: 60 hrs a week

Experience: 5 years

Closing: 15 October 2024

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Introduction

Delivers the contracts management plan for the Onshore Project.
The position will develop, communicate and implement the Contracts Management process and coordinate the development and stewardship of Contracts Plans for Trains 14 and 15. Responsible for providing technical, commercial and functional direction related to all aspects of contracting including the formulation and administration of ITT packages for/and Contract.
Provides operational direction, technical and functional guidance to contracts and claims personnel and other personnel in the performance of contracts or claims tasks as determined with Project Management. Maintains contact with other Management personnel and Functional Managers.
Understands the key project drivers, defines roles and responsibilities, develops communication protocols, identifies, develops and implements project procedures for contract management.
The prime objective of contract management is to improve project performance by anticipating issues, avoiding negative situations and reducing the frequency of poor outcomes.
Embedded robust contract management practices have been shown to contribute to the consistent delivery of successful projects.

About this role

Leads the Project Management Team’s Contracting activities in issuing ITT, execution of the contract and coordinates input with Legal and other Major Project Groups / PMT functions as required
Preparation of ITT packages and coordination of tender process with Supply, integration and legal.
Preparation, development and management of Contract / Contract documents including coordination of full Contract scope definition
Evaluating contractor’s technical bid and making appropriate recommendations to Shareholder with respect to acceptability of Contract terms and conditions.
Administering the contract, documenting and recording all changes, progress measurements and payments, management of claims, monitoring of bonds/guarantees, preparation of Contract modifications and closing out the contract.
Assist with the review and negotiation of project change requests submitted by Contractor.
Take the lead in preparing contractual responses to the Contractor.
Interface with Contractor in resolving Contractual related issues.
Works in a highly visible project environment with large capital expenditures and significant schedule execution pressures
Works in an evolving business environment where expansion opportunities are being identified on a continuous basis adding additional complexity and workload to the existing project environment.
Works in a dynamic team environment that has high expectations for flawless project execution in safety, quality, cost and schedule performance which requires the incumbent to demonstrate accuracy, initiative and the ability to multi-task as essential skills.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in Business, Law or Engineering or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 12 years’ experience in a major project environment within the oil and gas industry, with exposure in business and risk management including project controls, cost and schedule development, tender preparation and contract management and 3 years supervising multi discipline and multi-cultural teams and as Head of Controls for mega projects.
Excellent written and verbal English skills.
Strong planning, organizational and prioritizing skills.
Strong negotiating and influencing skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Good computer literacy skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

What we offer

Salary:

Day Rate in USD Plus Allowance

Work Schedule:

10 Hours / 6 Days

Duration:
- 30 Sept 2027 with possible extension
Location:
- Nanterre, Paris France (initial mobilization)
- Qatar

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trade and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leadi ng projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating locally since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates