Job Description

Wood is currently recruiting for Lead Engineer Contract under ADNOC Offshore US LTPD project.

Job Objective

• Lead the contracts management function for engineering and construction projects, ensuring effective contract administration, compliance, risk management, and commercial governance.
• Provide technical and contractual support throughout the project lifecycle, from tendering and contract award to project close-out.
• Minimize commercial and contractual risks while maximizing project performance and protecting the organization's interests.
• Ensure timely management of contract variations, claims, disputes, and stakeholder communications to support successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with project, engineering, procurement, legal, and commercial teams to achieve project and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, review, evaluation, and administration of engineering, procurement, construction, and service contracts.
• Review contract terms and conditions to ensure compliance with company policies, project requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Provide contractual advice and guidance to project teams on contract interpretation, obligations, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage contract execution activities, ensuring all contractual commitments are fulfilled by both parties.
• Oversee the assessment, negotiation, and processing of change orders, variations, and contract amendments.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare, review, and support the submission of contractual claims, counterclaims, and dispute resolution documentation.
• Monitor contractor and vendor performance against contractual requirements and key performance indicators.
• Support tendering and procurement activities, including bid evaluations, contract clarifications, and negotiations.
• Maintain accurate contract records, correspondence, and documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance.
• Coordinate with legal, commercial, procurement, and project management teams on contractual matters.
• Ensure timely notification and management of contractual issues that may impact project cost, schedule, or quality.
• Prepare contractual reports, risk assessments, and management presentations for senior leadership.
• Lead negotiations with clients, contractors, consultants, and suppliers on contractual and commercial matters.
• Mentor and guide junior contracts engineers and contract administrators to enhance team capability and performance.
• Ensure adherence to company governance, ethics, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, or a related discipline.
• Master’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), Commercial Management, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in oil and gas industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent technical team and interpersonal skills
• Experience and detailed knowledge of relevant international codes and standards
• Knowledge of engineering computer programs and general business software

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.