KBR
Oil & Gas
ContractsManager
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“Contracts Manager at KBR. Skills: Contract Management, Risk Management. Develop contract execution strategies. Implement contract execution strategies”
Industry & Context.
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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