Job Description

• Manage the overall contracts position – Client and sub contracts for the project
• Manage the contractual and commercial aspects from the preparation of tenders and letting of contracts through to dealing with claims, ensuring that cash flow is managed effectively and that budgets and forecasts are maintained.
• Assist the Project Manager in all commercial and contractual matters.
• Prepare and issue of requests for tender.
• Evaluate, negotiate and award contracts.
• Prepare and issue contract documents.
• Manage the verification of and verify interim monthly progress certificates from contractors.
• Ensure control of back charges.
• Evaluate, negotiate and bring resolution to contractor claims and pro-actively manage client and sub‑contractor compensation events.
• Attend site inspection, kick-off and project progress meetings.
• Ensure control of site instructions.
• Compile and issue contract amendments.
• Ensure the Project control system is up to date
• Other duties, as assigned, by the Supply Chain and Commercial Manager.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in related field
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in Contracts Administration, preferably within the engineering sector.
• Experience with NEC and FIDIC forms of contract
• Experience in evaluating, negotiating and awarding of contracts.
• Good computer literacy skills in MS Office.
• Working knowledge of MS Project would be advantageous but not a requirement
• Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written.

Competencies, Skills & ExperienceDesirable

• Thorough knowledge of standard forms of contract, NEC and FIDIC and other forms
• Proven knowledge of Contract Management
• English language skills written and verbal
• Computer literate
• Knowledge of the industry and participants.
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to negotiate effectively.
• Logical Thinker
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and keep in balance multiple priorities/ demands
• Thorough understanding of the Construction Industry Development Board, CIDB, procurement process

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.