Contracts Specialist

• Responsible for the formulation and execution of contracts in an oil & gas/petrochemical environment, from award to contract close out.
• Plans, develops and administers tenders and contracts for the Plant and Head office pertaining to operational, technical, maintenance and general services.
• Ensure efficient administration of post-award activities and implementation of contract terms.
• Arrange for Contract close out, Contractor’s Performance Report and release of Performance Bank Guarantees.
• Ensures timely receipt of contractors’ performance bank guarantee, monitors Contractors’ performance against project schedules and extensions of time.
• Develops claims and recommendations for liquidated damages, call of performance bonds and penalties.
• Develops counterclaims against Contractors’ claims.
• Strictly monitors legal and statutory provisions of contracts.
• Provides Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) support and prepares cases defending against Contractor claims.
• Advises on contractual matters by providing interpretations, comments or assistance in resolving problems.
• Processes any Contract variation and reviews contractor claims/develops counterclaims.
• Coordinates evaluation and measurement of contractor performance, obtains feedback from work sites and updates records.
• Coordinates approval of contractor invoices, verifies work progress with site and ensures compliance with contract terms.
• Ensures all activities are consistent with good commercial practice and highlights potential legal or commercial problems.
• Complies with Company HSE Management System and promotes awareness to achieve Company HSE Objectives.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Strong background in contracts law
• Claims and counterclaims specialist
• Paralegal experience
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to analyse business trends
• Problem solving ability and analytical skills
• Applicable Project Management skills
• Computer literacy in spreadsheet, word and computerized purchasing systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills