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Contracts Engineer
Posted 13 hours 21 minutes ago by Oceaneering
Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Fife, Rosyth, United Kingdom, KY112
Job Description
Company Profile
Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.
Duties & Responsibilities
Purpose
The primary responsibility of this position is to support the Project Management Team and interface with the relevant Support Functions (Commercial, Contracts, Procurement and Engineering) in order to maximise commercial performance and ensure areas of contractual and commercial risk are managed appropriately.
Functions
General:
• Gain a full understanding of company procedures and processes and follow these principles in all aspects of the role.
• Liaise with the Support Functions to ensure compliance with legal, tax, insurance and standard terms requirements.
Project Management Support:
• Preparation of an in-depth analysis of the Main Contract terms and conditions and identification of Company obligations and potential risks and opportunities.
• Participation in both internal and external project meetings dealing with contractual /commercial issues and own actions as required.
• Active participation in project risk review sessions and support the implementation of risk response plans.
• Proactively manage the Variation Order process with Client with a view to maximizing opportunity for positive project upside.
• Ensure that Project Manager, technical/engineering team, cost controller, project planner, etc. are all engaged in the preparation, negotiation, and execution of all Variation Orders with the Client.
• Support the Completion and Project Close-out activities, ensuring receipt of Completion Certificates from the Client, settlement of final accounts with the Client and subcontractors. Presentation of Commercial and Contractual lessons learned to Sales & Marketing/Tendering and Contracts function.
• Assist the Project Manager in the event of claims or disputes against Company, ensuring that Legal, Contracts and other Support Functions are engaged in the process.
Subcontractor Management:
• In collaboration with Contracts and Procurement teams, prepare Request for Quotation (RFQ) packages, including instructions to bidders, proposal form, scope of work, technical requirements, contract agreements, terms and conditions, special terms and conditions, index, and commercial exhibits as appropriate. Undertake quotation evaluation considering technical definition, schedule, cost and risk for each project.
• When required, ensure that "flow down" of Main Contract terms and conditions are included in Subcontracts.
• Ensure strict confidentiality of all allocated subcontracts and RFQ processes.
• Manage the clarification process (technical, contractual, and commercial qualifications), expedite responses, prepare formal commercial evaluation of bids and recommendation to award.
• During project execution, support the Project Management Team with subcontractor management, including change orders, rate reviews, contract amendments, claims, etc.
• Monitor Subcontractors deliverables as well as identification of risks and opportunities in the event of deliverable failure.
Supervisory Responsibilities
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Reporting Relationship
• Reports to Group Project Manager
Qualifications
REQUIRED
• Degree in Project, Law or Business Management or equivalent experience.
• Extensive Commercial experience and/or relevant training.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must hold/maintain a valid passport and be able to obtain visas for international travel.
• Relevant experience with large integrated projects, preferably with Oil & Gas / renewables.
DESIRED
• Familiar with product and services offered by Oceaneering.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
• Knowledge of commercial / contractual frameworks.
• Good negotiation and communication skills.
• A strong and relevant understanding of the project technical requirements.
• Ensures that others involved in a project or effort are kept informed about developments and plans.
Closing Statement
We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to advance in an international company. To apply, click 'Apply Now'.
Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.
Duties & Responsibilities
Purpose
The primary responsibility of this position is to support the Project Management Team and interface with the relevant Support Functions (Commercial, Contracts, Procurement and Engineering) in order to maximise commercial performance and ensure areas of contractual and commercial risk are managed appropriately.
Functions
General:
• Gain a full understanding of company procedures and processes and follow these principles in all aspects of the role.
• Liaise with the Support Functions to ensure compliance with legal, tax, insurance and standard terms requirements.
Project Management Support:
• Preparation of an in-depth analysis of the Main Contract terms and conditions and identification of Company obligations and potential risks and opportunities.
• Participation in both internal and external project meetings dealing with contractual /commercial issues and own actions as required.
• Active participation in project risk review sessions and support the implementation of risk response plans.
• Proactively manage the Variation Order process with Client with a view to maximizing opportunity for positive project upside.
• Ensure that Project Manager, technical/engineering team, cost controller, project planner, etc. are all engaged in the preparation, negotiation, and execution of all Variation Orders with the Client.
• Support the Completion and Project Close-out activities, ensuring receipt of Completion Certificates from the Client, settlement of final accounts with the Client and subcontractors. Presentation of Commercial and Contractual lessons learned to Sales & Marketing/Tendering and Contracts function.
• Assist the Project Manager in the event of claims or disputes against Company, ensuring that Legal, Contracts and other Support Functions are engaged in the process.
Subcontractor Management:
• In collaboration with Contracts and Procurement teams, prepare Request for Quotation (RFQ) packages, including instructions to bidders, proposal form, scope of work, technical requirements, contract agreements, terms and conditions, special terms and conditions, index, and commercial exhibits as appropriate. Undertake quotation evaluation considering technical definition, schedule, cost and risk for each project.
• When required, ensure that "flow down" of Main Contract terms and conditions are included in Subcontracts.
• Ensure strict confidentiality of all allocated subcontracts and RFQ processes.
• Manage the clarification process (technical, contractual, and commercial qualifications), expedite responses, prepare formal commercial evaluation of bids and recommendation to award.
• During project execution, support the Project Management Team with subcontractor management, including change orders, rate reviews, contract amendments, claims, etc.
• Monitor Subcontractors deliverables as well as identification of risks and opportunities in the event of deliverable failure.
Supervisory Responsibilities
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Reporting Relationship
• Reports to Group Project Manager
Qualifications
REQUIRED
• Degree in Project, Law or Business Management or equivalent experience.
• Extensive Commercial experience and/or relevant training.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must hold/maintain a valid passport and be able to obtain visas for international travel.
• Relevant experience with large integrated projects, preferably with Oil & Gas / renewables.
DESIRED
• Familiar with product and services offered by Oceaneering.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
• Knowledge of commercial / contractual frameworks.
• Good negotiation and communication skills.
• A strong and relevant understanding of the project technical requirements.
• Ensures that others involved in a project or effort are kept informed about developments and plans.
Closing Statement
We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to advance in an international company. To apply, click 'Apply Now'.