Lead Contracts Engineer - Drilling
Sector: Oil & Gas
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for planning, sourcing, and placing drilling contract packages, in compliance with procedures. Responsible for the development, compilation, and execution of pre-qualification exercises, contracting strategies, invitation to tender documentation, commercial evaluations, detailed analysis of commercial and contractual qualifications, and execution of contracts.
Acting as a focal point for the Contract Owner/Holder in the post-award phase e.g. preparation of variations and amendments.
Coordinates technical, operational, HSE, quality, contractual, and commercial inputs into governance papers going to Government and Partner shareholders.
Awareness of supply-side risk, being knowledgeable about and adapting to, supply market developments, and the changing business circumstances associated with vendor performance, capability, and competence.
Supports and participates in the development of policies, procedures, and work practices to realize the objectives of the Supply Chain and provides flexibility in generating practical solutions to business requirements.
Assists in the development and training of more junior/national personnel in the Supply Chain team.
Ensures compliance with the company's requirements along with governance and compliance obligations and ensures an audit trail to secure cost recovery.
Identify opportunities to develop and promote positive relationship management with contractors and suppliers, leading to partnerships that focus on creating sustainable value.
Prepare and execute Service Orders and Call-Off Orders in the company's Epicor system.
Conduct contract management activities to ensure effective contract administration and performance management of contracts including progress to date, quality of services, and progress measurements.
Liaise with the company's departments on all matters relating to legal, tax, insurance, Compliance, and HSE.
Safeguard a high level of compliance with the company's anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and money laundering policies.
Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of technology, industry supply chain initiatives, and market trends/pricing.
Requirements:
Minimum 10+ years of relevant oil & gas contracting experience, with at least 3+ years working for an Operator.
Demonstrable experience in drilling and well services contracting engineering.
Degree preferably technical or business-related.
Preference for CIPS (or equivalent) certification and experience with other International Oil & Gas Companies.
Awareness of Best Practices in supply chain procedures and procedures. Formulating, evaluating, and negotiating contracts.
Ability to solve problems and deal with diverse business drivers and variables.
Capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Commercial awareness, confidentiality, and sound business acumen.
Good analytical skills.
Excellent English written and oral communication skills.
High level of competency with Microsoft suite of applications and ERP systems.
Collaborative with good communication and interpersonal skills.
Works independently with a minimal level of supervision.
Self-motivated and uses initiative and judgment to attain the best results.
Ability to respond to a changing business environment and culturally diverse environment.
Ability to handle delicate situations with integrity.
Ability to multitask and work under stress.
Demonstrates a personal commitment to Health, Safety, and the Environment.
Working Conditions:
Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm, with the possibility of travel to the other branches.
Only Qualified Candidates will be contacted.
Location:
Dubai
