Job Title: Senior Contracts Engineer – Post-Contract (Turnaround / Shutdown / EPC Projects)
Location: Qatar (Site-Based – Oil & Gas)
Purpose of the Role
Manage all post-award contractual and commercial matters for major Turnaround (TA), Shutdown, and EPC projects in the oil & gas sector. Ensure all contract terms are enforced, variations are controlled, claims are evaluated, and risks are mitigated during project execution on site.
Key Responsibilities
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Administer post-award contract obligations in line with contract requirements, project goals, and company policies.
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Ensure compliance with contract terms, specifications, schedules, and deliverables.
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Interpret contract clauses and provide guidance to project teams.
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Draft contractual correspondence to defend company interests.
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Identify, evaluate, and submit Change Orders; document contract variations and amendments.
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Assess changes for time and cost impact, ensuring submission aligns with contract stipulations.
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Support project teams in negotiating contract changes with contractors/subcontractors.
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Review and respond to subcontractor/OEM vendor claims or change requests.
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Lead or support on-site dispute resolution to avoid escalation and project delays.
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Monitor contractor performance against KPIs and milestones.
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Verify and process interim and final payments per contract provisions.
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Liaise with Planning, Engineering, Construction, and Finance teams to support contract execution.
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Coordinate with Legal and Insurance on contractual risk matters.
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Participate in progress meetings, providing contractual input.
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Maintain accurate contract files, logs, and records of all correspondence and changes.
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Prepare regular reports on contract status, claims, risks, and commercial issues.
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Document lessons learned and contract performance feedback post-project.
Qualifications & Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, or related discipline.
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10–15 years’ experience in contract management, including at least 5 years in a senior post-contract role on major oil & gas Turnaround/Shutdown and EPC projects.
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Strong knowledge of Turnaround and EPC contracts in the Middle East or bespoke oil & gas contract frameworks.
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Experience in site-based roles in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
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Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
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Experience managing multi-discipline contracts (civil, mechanical, E&I, scaffolding, painting, insulation, refractory, etc.).