Lead Contract Administrator
Job Summary
The Lead Contract Administrator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of contract administration throughout the full contract lifecycle in major Oil & Gas EPC projects. The role ensures that contracts are drafted, negotiated, executed, and managed in alignment with international standards, corporate policies, and project objectives. The position requires strong technical expertise in FIDIC and EPC contracts, robust commercial and legal acumen, and the ability to lead contract teams while safeguarding the company’s interests and minimizing risks.
Job Responsibilities 1
Lead and manage the full contract administration process across pre-award and post-award stages for large-scale EPC projects.
Review, draft, and negotiate high-value contracts, ensuring compliance with corporate standards, client requirements, and international contract law.
Provide expert advice on contractual matters including risk allocation, dispute avoidance, and claims management.
Conduct tender evaluations and participate in bid clarification, negotiations, and final contract award.
Monitor contract performance, ensuring timely execution of obligations and management of variations, extensions, and change orders.
Lead resolution of contractual disputes through negotiation, mediation, or formal dispute resolution mechanisms.
Collaborate with project management, engineering, procurement, finance, and legal teams to ensure integrated and coordinated contract delivery.
Develop and implement best practices, procedures, and tools for effective contract management.
Mentor and guide junior contract administrators, building internal capabilities and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders, acting as the key point of contact on all contractual matters.
Job Responsibilities 2
Additional Responsibilities 3
Job Knowledge & Skills
Comprehensive knowledge of FIDIC, bespoke EPC agreements, and international contract law.
Strong experience in tendering, bid evaluation, contract negotiation, claims, and dispute resolution.
Commercial acumen in assessing financial exposures, liabilities, and risks in high-value contracts.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role
Job Experience
Minimum 5 years working experience, 3 years relevant working experience, 2 years GCC experience is a plus.
Competencies
Education