Procurement and Contracts Lead

The P&C Lead is responsible for identifying and screening contractors for capital project. Incumbent of this role will negotiate and manage several strategic and tactical contracts which includes contracting of EPCM, Early works, Civil, SMPP works and negotiations of strategic partnerships.

• Oversees implementation of EPCM’s Procurement Plan with respect to applicable commodity groups, within the area of responsibility.
• Prepare, update, and maintain the Procurement Register / Procurement Operation Plan which includes a register for guarantees, procurement strategy, contracts
• As necessary, liaise with legal counsel or management for clarification and/or direction with regard to any procurement liabilities that may arise.
• Provide coaching, support, and guidance to other team members to ensure delivery of results where possible.
• Administer assigned Contract Orders, including change order processing, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and applicable regulations, invoice processing and verification, and performance evaluation, ensuring contractor compliance in a cost-effective, timely, and responsive manner.
• Represent DRA/Owner’s team on Contract issues at both internal and external meetings.
• Manage Supplier Relationship effectively and collaboratively drive continuous performance improvement via relevant contract key metrics
• Responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects relevant to the pre-qualification, preparation, issue, receipt, opening and assessment of tenders and award of contracts.
• Provide Contracts and Procurement advice to DRA/Owner’s team.
• Liaise with project team members to ensure commitments and milestones are achieved and liaise with Contractor to expedite progress mindful of foreseen liquidated damages.

• Capital project experience in mining is preferred, however O&G, LNG, Construction, Infrastructure are acceptable.
• Should have solid knowledge in T&M, Unit Price, Lumpsum, Cost plus models.
• Knowledge of FIDIC terms & Canadian Construction Contracting is preferred.
• EPC / LSTK / EPCM / FEED – 5-8 min years in medium or mega projects in any type of project execution
• Ms. Office – Advanced