Senior Contracts Engineer

Penspen is hiring an experienced
Senior Contracts Engineer
with a strong PMC experience to join our team in Abu Dhabi.

The successful candidate will be responsible for contract administration, commercial support, and ensuring contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

• Administer engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC/EPCM) contracts in accordance with project and client requirements.
• Review and interpret contract terms and conditions, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Provide contractual advice and support to the Project Manager and multidisciplinary project team.
• Evaluate contractor and consultant claims, variations, change orders, extensions of time (EOT), and commercial submissions.
• Prepare and manage contract correspondence, notices, and contractual documentation.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, project controls, legal, and commercial teams to resolve contractual issues.
• Participate in bid evaluations, tender clarifications, contract negotiations, and contract award recommendations.
• Monitor contractor performance against contractual obligations, deliverables, milestones, and KPIs.
• Identify contractual risks and opportunities, recommending appropriate mitigation measures.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution through effective contract administration and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with client procedures, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Prepare periodic contractual status reports for project management and clients.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 15+ years of oil & gas experience in the oil and gas industry.
• 5+ years in PMC projects
• Solid background in multi‑discipline engineering team EPC project.
• Experience in evaluating variations, claims, EOTs, change management, and contract negotiations.
• Excellent understanding of commercial principles, risk management, and contract administration best practices.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong experience in
  greenfield & brownfield terminal and facilities upgrade projects
  .
• GCC/Middle East oil & gas project experience is preferred.

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