Contracts Administration Manager

Job Overview Our client, a leading offshore engineering and construction organization in the UAE, is looking for experienced Contracts Administration Manager to support the execution of large-scale offshore and subsea projects. Responsibilities: Lead and manage QS/CA resources ensuring that section/company set target and goals are met Develop and improve section / commercial procedures at both project and corporate levels Develop, upgrade and enhance QS automated systems and ensure their implementation with accuracy Develop and enhance QS function to ensure maximum recovery of revenue Review and recommend training requirements for QS staff to ensure they are adequately skilled Oversee resource allocation and workload distribution for all projects to ensure that adequate resources are available to cover the work requirements Review tender documents, RFQs, bids, awarded POs/Subcontracts and advice amendments/clarifications to Commercial/H-Sub/MPR/PDs and prepare strategies to avoid/minimize risks Provide comprehensive analysis and advice to management on contractual issues recommending/implementing appropriate courses of action to ensure company interests are protected Provide guidance to projects on major issues and manage contract major variations and disputes with clients/subcontractors/suppliers providing contractual interpretation as and when required Manage claims preparation and actively participate in claim analysis, recommendations and dispute resolution Review application of contracts/subcontracts/PO conditions and price schedule with PM/Project QS and proposes revisions to be in line with current practices Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Law or Business Management Minimum 12 years of experience in the domain of Contracts Admin, Quantity Survey, Estimation, Oil and Gas EPC contracts Aware and knowledge of the onshore/offshore oil and gas/EPC industry Must possess expertise in contractual/legal terms & standards, contracts administration, claim preparations/analysis and defense, commercial and financial analysis Proficient in technical/commercial reporting and contractual correspondences Excellent supervisory and team management skills