We are currently recruiting for an experienced CONTRACT MANAGER to join one of our International Energy Clients; this assignment is based in Orange, Texas, interested candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Overview

The CONTRACT MANAGER is responsible for rigorously managing all contracts for the engineering, procurement and construction of a petrochemicals facility in the U.S. gulf coast. The role is responsible for the management of a major EPC Contract in the field through closeout.

Locations/Timing:

The CONTRACT MANAGER will be located in The Woodlands (Houston) Project offices for the first month and will mobilize to Orange, Texas through completion of the project.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Administer a comprehensive contract management program that identifies risks to project costs, schedule, and quality, including contract management, claims management, and dispute avoidance

• Track open items and potential claims, document issues and concerns, and escalate as necessary to effectively manage and defend against contractor claims

• Draft white papers, presentations, and other write-ups for stakeholders and project management

• Advise management of risk exposure and make recommendations at various stages throughout the project lifecycle to facilitate strategic resolution of disputes and open contract claims

• Exhibit strong legal writing and drafting skills

• Interface with contractors on the Project, as necessary, to solve problems involving commercial matters, performance, schedule, safety, or any other matters that may arise

• Articulate subject matter expertise on commercial terms and conditions, applicable laws, distribution of risk and liabilities, complex contracting strategies, insurance, change management, risk mitigation techniques, claims avoidance, and dispute resolution

General Requirements

• Claims management experience required

• Contract development and negotiation experience required

• Strong writing skills required, please provide writing sample if available

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

• Years of relevant experience in legal and/or contracts – 10+

• Years of EPC project experience – 5+ (preferred)

• Mega Project experience (preferred)

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