Contract Lead

Responsible for undertaking hands-on Commercial and Contracting activities related to all aspects of post-award contract management of the EPCC contract. Support delivery of actions within the Value Protection plan and manage contractual correspondence and changes in line with approved processes to deliver best value for LNG and shareholders. Identify contractual risks and advise on mitigation strategies. Contribute to regular commercial and contract performance reports prepare for project leadership. Work with Performance & Delivery Claims team to ensure roubust management of any claims and disputes that may arise as per governance. Maintain close effective relationships with other Project Management Team members and Functional Managers, Legal and Risk Management to obtain and provide information regarding contract issues and mitigation strategies. Coordinate preparation for contract evaluations and end of contract close outs in accordance with relevant Qatargas procedures. Able to work in a highly visible project environment with large capital expenditures and significant schedule execution pressures, as well as within a dynamic team that has high expectations for flawless project execution in safety, quality, cost and schedule performance, requiring the incumbent to demonstrate accuracy, initiative and the ability to multi-task as essential skills.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor's degree (Business, law, engineering, supply chain management, construction management, Quantity Surveying or engineering) 8 years' experience in business related function or discipline, including 4 years in the Oil & Gas Industry, and 1 year experience in a supervisory or acting role, or oversight of contractor / subcontractors / service / vendor personnel. Experience in Lump Sum Major Energy Projects (post-award) in similar position. Hands-on experience managing contractors i.e. drafting contractual correspondence, management of change orders / variations, and providing timely contractual advice to the project management team. Strong influencing skills Strong business and risks acumen Legal, Dispute claims resolution experiences will be a plus Capable of writing well documented commercial correspondences Strong written and oral communication skills Strong interpersonal and Communication skills with team leadership qualities Drive culture of continuous improvement balancing quick wins and overall strategic roadmap