Overview
Please note that this position is in the Middle East. All Relocation costs will be covered.
The Contracts Engineer will support contract management and compliance within the Excellence & Compliance Department. The role ensures that contract drafting, administration, and monitoring processes align with internal policies, operational excellence standards, and corporate governance requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
Education:
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or related field) or Business (Contracts/Procurement).
Experience:
* Minimum of 10 years’ experience in contract management/administration within the oil and gas industry.
Technical Knowledge:
* In-depth knowledge of procurement and contract law.
* Experience in contractor KPI tracking (HSE, quality, operational excellence).
Standards & Systems:
* Strong understanding of the Operational Excellence (OE) framework.
* Proficiency in SAP or equivalent contract administration systems.
Preferred Exposure:
* Experience in tendering, bid evaluation, contract award, and change management.
Key Competencies
* Technical Knowledge: Expertise in contracting, procurement, and commercial governance.
* Analytical Skills: Skilled in cost/terms analysis and negotiation support.
* Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with Procurement, Legal, and user departments.
* Communication: Strong skills in drafting contracts, preparing minutes, and producing executive reports.
* Systems Proficiency: Hands-on experience with SAP MM/SRM, e-tendering platforms, and document control systems.
* Values: Demonstrates fairness, transparency, compliance, and accountability.
Core Responsibilities
* Draft, review, and administer contracts in compliance with internal and external standards.
* Manage the tendering process, including bid evaluation and contract award.
* Ensure alignment of contracting processes with operational and governance frameworks.
* Support contractor performance monitoring, KPI tracking, and compliance reporting.
* Collaborate with legal, procurement, and operational teams to resolve contract-related issues.
* Maintain accurate contract documentation within SAP and related systems.
Personal Attributes
* Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* High attention to detail and organizational efficiency.
* Integrity-driven, transparent, and committed to operational excellence.
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