Manager Contract Management

Overview

This role involves overseeing multiple contract management functions at a significant EPC/EPCI project scale. The individual holds accountability for the success of contract management and claims for assigned large-scale contracts. Building and maintaining positive relationships with internal departments and clients, including contracts specialists and administrators at various levels, is a primary responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead departmental improvement projects and initiatives.
• Provide manpower and bidding forecasts to Business Line Management when required.
• Manage and coordinate relationships with all stakeholders involved in contract management, including Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, Subcontracts, Fabrication, Construction, Marine Installation, Hook Up and Commissioning, Consortium/JV partners, QHSE, Legal, Finance, Business Line Management, EXCOM, and Customers/Clients.
• Contribute to the annual Business Line budgeting process.
• Participate in setting department goals and strategies.
• Drive general process and system enhancements within the department.
• Lead contract negotiations with clients and customers.
• Coordinate workloads and resources with Contracts Director and Senior Contracts Director.
• Oversee Contracts and Senior Contracts Specialists' activities to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Own the enforcement and compliance verification regarding all company policies and procedures.
• Ensure all team members understand and fulfill their responsibilities concerning company policies and procedures.
• Ensure timely completion of all mandatory trainings for self and team.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Engineering, Legal, Commercial, or Quantity Surveying.
• At least 10 years of contracts management experience with a minimum of 1–2 years in a managerial role.
• Proven track record in contract management within the EPC/EPCI sector, especially related to Energy Transition, Onshore, Offshore, Subsea, or Floating Facilities (FPSO/FPU).
• Comprehensive knowledge of EPC/EPCI project lifecycles, including design, procurement, construction, and installation.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport and gain respect from team members of diverse experience levels.
• Familiarity with industry-specific contracts, standards, and terminology.
• Excellent negotiation skills aimed at reciprocal beneficial outcomes.
• Capability to analyze complex contractual documentation and identify potential risks.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills enabling effective multi-stakeholder collaboration.
• Proficiency with contract management software and MS Office applications.
• Highly detail-oriented with outstanding organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet stringent deadlines.

About the Employer

The company has more than a century's experience innovating within the energy sector, rewarded for excellence in subsea infrastructure, offshore platform installation, offshore wind infrastructure, and onshore energy products delivery. With over 30,000 professionals in 54 countries, the company pioneers energy transition and maintains trusted partnerships worldwide.