Associate Contract Management Spec

Description

• Contributing to the on-time delivery of the projects that McDermott execute
• Advise on contractual matters – provision of guidance and advice to avoid claims, delays and additional costs, as well as checking contract conditions to ensure compliance
• Internal procedures – comply with internal procedures and identify improvements
• Drafting of contractual correspondence and notices – coordinating with project management and other disciplines to ascertain facts and supporting information
• Attending internal multi-disciplinary meetings and preparation of meeting minutes
• Assisting with management of subcontractors and suppliers
• Interface with project supply chains and the interlinks between various contracts/subcontracts
• Assist in development and implementing procedural requirements relevant to project management contractual and commercial areas
• Present strategy and solutions, on occasion to the directorate of a project
• Providing information and inputs for cost control reports, cash-flow forecasting and budget forecast reports
• Potential to assist in pre-contract activities to support in development of projects prior to award
• Contractual claims – identification and notification of claims events and assisting with preparation of contractual claim submissions
• Change management – identifying, notifying and agreeing variations and changes in the works – ensuring compliance with relevant contractual procedures
• Collaborating with the project team to prepare progress reports and financial statements
• Assessing, reviewing, and mitigating commercial and contractual risks under the project contracts
• Assist in the work for contracts and commercial aspects of a project under working with the Contract Management team on project activities (that may relate to contract, legal or commercial matters)
• Maintain data schedules, contract records and assist in reporting requirements
• Assisting in maximizing commercial success for projects
• Assisting with preparation of tenders and contract documents

Requirements

• Willingness to learn new concepts and adapt to new challenges
• Bachelor's Degree with background in Contract/Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, Law/Construction Law, Project Controls or Engineering
• Diligent and highly motivated with strong analytical and problem solving skills with ability to pay attention to details and maintain accuracy in assessing, quantifying and resolving matters
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in parallel, and manage time effectively to achieve project goals
• Ability to thrive under pressure and use initiative
• Working experience is preferable in EPC energy or infrastructure projects, construction or supply chain
• Ability to work in a global environment with different nationalities and ethnicities
• Fluent in the creation and editing of all Microsoft Office Suite documents
• Ability to present and articulate complex situations and circumstances to stakeholders with varying backgrounds
• Strong numerical and data analytical skills
• Strong commercial acumen and awareness with an ability to assess variables and determine the optimum commercial outcome
• Team player with a demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within a team
• Zero-two (0-2) years working experience is preferable in Contract Management, Commercial Management, or similar experience and roles
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact and build relationships with more senior employees and multi-discipline within the organization and gain respect from others

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance