Head Of Contract

Head of Contract

Job Purpose:
Lead the contract subteam in charge of managing a multi-billion EPCC contract and contribute to the safe project delivery on time and on budget.

In addition, contribute together with Supply to create a Major Projects Contract Center of Expertise by learning from all shareholders and industry best practices. Contribute to building a strong Supply/Contract/Procurement skill pool supporting the Major Projects vision and digital transformation.

Reporting and Relationships
Reports to the Onshore Contract Division Manager (Shared resources)
Direct reports: 2 or 3 Lead of Contracts/Contract Specialists

Internal
Frequent contact with all sections of PMT team, Legal, Supply
Periodic contact with Finance, Insurance, Tax

External
Frequent contact with EPC contractor
Periodic contact with company shareholders, EPC subcontractors

Job Context & Major Challenges
Large capital project execution in a dynamic environment.
Operates in a multi-cultural, multinational environment, which requires professional conduct and proper office protocol.
Works often under significant time pressure.
Negotiate with multiple parties for the benefit of the company.
Drive or contribute to the implementation of best-in-class contract and project execution industry standards.

Key Job Accountabilities
Responsible for providing commercial and contracting direction related to aspects of managing the EPCC contract post award until close out. Deliver the Value Protection plan and manage the change order management process to deliver best value for the company and shareholders.

Work with Supply to provide expertise on claims and disputes prevention and resolution as per company governance.

Maintain close effective relationships with other management personnel and functional managers, Legal and Risk Management to obtain and provide information regarding contract issues and mitigation strategies.

Develop post-award contract management strategies and scenarios for overall onshore scope.
Coordinate preparation for contract evaluations and end of contract close outs in accordance with relevant company 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.

Provide central coordination for contractual responses to the EPC contractors and ensure alignment across the project.

Support the Onshore Contracts Division Manager and Business Manager in the management, evaluation and planning related to claims management and prepare material required for the Major Projects organization, including in-depth assessments and actionable analysis.

Together with Project Managers, accelerate the delivery of short term (quick wins) and medium term improvement initiatives serving the Major Projects digital strategy to execute world class predictable mega-projects.

Together with Supply, recruit and retain world class professionals by attracting top talent and developing the best local talent.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (Business, Law or Engineering).

Knowledge and/or Experience
10 years minimum in multi-billion lump sum major energy projects (post-award) in a similar position.
Experienced Project Managers, Construction Managers or Project Control Managers are also invited to apply.

Technical and Business Skills
Strong influencing skills
Strong business and risk acumen
Legal and dispute/claims resolution experience will be a plus
Capable of writing well documented commercial correspondence
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with team leadership qualities
Drive a culture of continuous improvement balancing quick wins and overall strategic roadmap

Contract Type
Contract position

Working Location
Qatar Onshore

Working Schedule
Work hours per day: 8-10 hours/day
Work days per week: 6 days/week
Work days per month: 26 days/month

Leave Rotation
Single status: 12 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation
Married status: Residential

Estimated Start Date
ASAP

Contract Term
26 months (with possibility of extension)