KBR

Oil & Gas

ContractsManager

$180000–270000k ~AI est. Basra, Al Başrah, Iraq FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Contracts Manager at KBR. Skills: Contract Management, Risk Management. Develop contract execution strategies. Implement contract execution strategies”

Industry & Context.

Oil & Gas
Problems you'll solve

Dispute resolution

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

20 years of experience in contracts/commercial roles, experience in Middle East / Iraq onshore brownfield or major capital projects, Proven track record in managing complex client and subcontractor contracts, Knowledge of international contracting standards (FIDIC, NEC, bespoke EPC contracts)

Nice to Have

Professional certifications (e.g., MRICS, PMP, CIPS) preferred

What You'll Do.

Develop contract execution strategies

Implement contract execution strategies

Lead contract drafting

Lead contract negotiation

Interpret contract terms

Ensure compliance across project teams

Provide contractual guidance

Manage contract correspondence

Support negotiations related to variations

Support negotiations related to claims

Support negotiations related to disputes

Oversee preparation of subcontract agreements

Oversee administration of subcontract agreements

Ensure flow-down of main contract terms

Support procurement teams

Support supply chain teams

Identify variation orders

Evaluate variation orders

Manage variation orders

Identify back-charges

Evaluate back-charges

Lead preparation of contractual claims

Lead defense of contractual claims

Maintain contractual records

Identify commercial risks

Implement mitigation strategies

Ensure compliance with company procedures

Ensure compliance with client requirements

Ensure compliance with local regulations

Support internal reviews

Prepare contract status reports

Maintain contract registers

Maintain contract logs

Maintain documentation control systems

Provide commercial input to progress reports

Provide commercial input to cost reports

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Project Managers; Discipline leads; Client interface; Subcontractor interface; Vendor interface; Procurement teams; Supply chain teams; Senior management

Communication Scope

Contract correspondence; Reporting skills

Process & Methodology

EPCM project lifecycle

Full Job Description

**Title:** Contracts Manager (Onsite) **" Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!** **The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.** **KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets. "** **Contracts Manager – Oil & Gas (EPCm)** **Abu Dhabi** **Job Summary** The Contracts Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle management of contracts across EPCM oil & gas projects, ensuring commercial protection, compliance, and effective contract administration. This role supports project delivery by managing client, subcontractor, and vendor contracts, minimizing risk, and ensuring alignment with company and client requirements. **Key Responsibilities** **1\. Contract Strategy & Management** * Develop and implement contract execution strategies aligned with EPCM project requirements * Lead contract drafting, review, negotiation, and award processes * Interpret contract terms and ensure compliance across project teams * Provide contractual guidance to Project Managers and discipline leads **2\. Client & Stakeholder Interface** * Act as the primary point of contact for contractual matters with the client * Manage contract correspondence including notices, claims, and formal communications * Support negotiations related to variations, claims, and disputes **3\. Subcontracts & Procurement Support** * Oversee preparation and administration of subcontract agreements (LSTK, service contracts, manpower supply) * Ensure flow-down of main cont

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