Senior Contracts Engineer

Job DescriptionRemarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.Wood is currently recruiting for a Senior Contracts Engineer to join our team for a large-scale challenging construction project. We are looking for individuals with expertise and experience who are ready to take on new challenges and assist us achieve excellence in schedule, safety, and quality.Wood is one of the world's leading engineering, procurement, construction and project management companies. We aim to deliver safe and sustainable projects and services for our clients in different fields.This job offers an exciting and technically advanced approach to value added quality control on a wide range of EPCm projects.ResponsibilitiesWhat makes you remarkable?Conduct of pre - contract and post - contract work activities in line with the established Corporate policies and proceduresProvide support to the Lead Contracts Engineer in the preparation of contracting plans and strategies to meet the requirements of the projectDevelopment of contractors list, perform prequalification as necessary, and development of bidders list per contract package, if the Lead Contracts Engineer is not on - board yetCarry out pre - contract and post - contract activitiesEnsure completeness of Projects’ Construction Contracts records and co - ordinate statistical feedback and data gatheringMake sure that Construction Contracts are maintained and archived in accordance with Corporate and / or project file retention policyManage and provide input into the subcontract score card for project control reportingQualificationsDegree in Civil, Mechanical Engineering or equivalentMin 7 years relevant experience within engineering or construction industries working on Oil & Gas or other heavy industrial projects, or similarDemonstrable commercial skills and knowledge of contracting methods, contract forms, drafting terms and conditions etc.An understanding of the basic principles of contract lawKnowledge of contracts administration and tendering processesExperience from working on large international construction projects (preferably including overseas travel)Quantity Surveying Qualification preferredAn advanced understanding of the challenges and risks associated with an effective EPC project execution with appropriate mitigation strategiesCommercial skills and knowledge of contracting methods, contract administration, contract forms, etc.Able to determine full cause and effect' of reasons for delay and determine how this impacts contractor performanceAble to communicate clearly with clients and contractors complex technical and commercial issuesAbout UsWood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.comDiversity 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.