Contracts lead

Contracts Lead – Offshore / Onshore Projects

Location:

Qatar (Onshore 90%, Offshore 10%)

Employment Type:

3-Year Secondment / Fixed-Term Contract

A leading energy company is seeking a Contracts Lead to manage the full lifecycle of major EPC, FEED, and Long Lead Item (LLI) contracts for offshore and onshore projects. This role offers exposure to high-value projects and the opportunity to provide strategic guidance on contracting, post-award administration, and risk management.

• Develop contracting scenarios and support contract strategy workshops
• Lead preparation of FEED, EPC, and LLI contracts in coordination with Legal and Supply teams
• Advise on technical bid evaluation plans, procedures, and models
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure compliance with contract terms
• Manage post-award contract administration including formal correspondence, change orders, claims, insurance, and guarantees
• Provide guidance to the project management team on major change orders and negotiations
• Resolve contractor claims and coordinate legal issues with internal teams
• Manage transfer of LLI contracts through novation or free issue to EPC contractors
• Monitor potential breaches of contracts and advise appropriately
• Review and recommend improvements to contracts for future projects

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Quantity Surveying, Commercial, Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, Law, or related field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in contract management for EPC contracts, including at least 4 years in the oil & gas sector
• At least 1 year in a supervisory or oversight role managing contractors, subcontractors, vendors, or service personnel
• Experience in contract formulation, post-award administration, and project business functions such as planning, cost control, risk management, change management, and reporting
• Knowledge of international standards, methodologies, and best practices in contract management
• SME-level competence in contracts, procurement, and project delivery processes
• Strong risk assessment and decision-making skills
• Technical and Business
  
  Skills:
  
  High proficiency in written and spoken English;
  Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills;
  Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities;
  Computer literate with experience using professional office applications and dashboards

This role is ideal for an experienced contracts professional seeking a challenging secondment with exposure to large-scale, high-value energy projects in a dynamic international environment.