Job Overview
Reporting to the Project Contracts Manager, the Principal Contracts Specialist will assist in addressing all contractual and commercial issues encountered during the execution phase of large-scale, complex engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) projects.
Job Description
Job Overview
Reporting to the Project Contracts Manager, the Principal Contracts Specialist will assist in addressing all contractual and commercial issues encountered during the execution phase of large-scale, complex engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) projects.
Responsibilities
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Support the Project Contracts Manager in the implementation of a project’s contractual / commercial strategy throughout project execution
- Upon project award, assist the Project Contracts Manager in disseminating contract requirements within the project team
- Assist Project Contracts Manager in identifying critical or sensitive contractual issues
- Assist the Project Contracts Manager in developing an effective working relationship with Client team to ensure timely resolution of contractual issues
- Support the project team to establish the change management process, setting a culture of change identification
- Lead / participate in change management meetings to identify changes that may result in entitlement for compensation and / or schedule relief
- Assist Project Contracts Manager with Client negotiations and working towards the timely resolution of change orders and contract amendments
- Assist in the administration of all contractual correspondence with the Client including the timely release of notification required to ensure McDermott’s contractual rights are preserved
- Support preparation of project weekly and monthly progress reports for internal and external distribution as per internal and Contract requirements
- Support the project risk and opportunity management processes
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications and Education:
- Minimum 7+ years of project execution experience in the energy and / or construction industries. University degree in Law, Engineering, Construction Management, or similar is preferred
- Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline such as Engineering, legal, Commercial or Quantity Surveying and and 7 years of Contracts Management experience in addition to other functional experience
- Proven experience in contract management within the Engineering Procurement Construction and Installation (EPC/EPCI) industry, in the areas of Energy Transition, Onshore, or Offshore or Subsea and Floating Facilities (FPSO/FPU)
- In-depth knowledge of EPC/EPCI project lifecycles, including design, procurement, construction, and installation phases
- Is able to build rapport with and gains respect from employees with varied experience and background
- Familiarity with industry-specific terminologies, contracts, and standards
- Strong negotiation skills with a focus on achieving mutually beneficial outcomes
- Ability to analyze complex contract requirements and identify potential risks
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders
- Proficient in using contract management software and MS Office Suite
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and meet tight deadlines
About Us
Our ingenuity fuels daily life. Together, we’ve forged some of the most trusted partnerships across the energy value chain to make what was once just an idea a reality: laying subsea infrastructure thousands of feet below sea level, installing platforms hundreds of miles from shore, using our expertise to design and build offshore wind infrastructure, and reshaping the onshore landscape to deliver the energy products the world needs safely and sustainably. For more than 100 years, we've been making the impossible possible. Today, we're driving the energy transition with more than 30,000 of the brightest minds across 54 countries.
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Principal Contracts Specialist employer: McDermott International, Ltd
McDermott International is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant Greater London area, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Employees benefit from comprehensive training programs and opportunities for professional growth, ensuring they can thrive in their careers while contributing to impactful projects in the Energy Industry. Join us to be part of a team that values excellence and empowers you to make a meaningful difference in operational quality and standards.
Contact Details:
McDermott International, Ltd Recruitment Team
