Senior Manager Contract Management

Job Overview:

Typically manages multiple Contracts Management delivery at the large EPC / EPCI level. Has accountability for the Contracts Management and Claims Success of allocated Contracts at the large projects level. Develops and maintains a positive relationship with internal functions and clients All levels of Contracts Specialist and administrators.

Key Task and Responsibilities:

• Departmental improvement initiatives delivery
• Provide manpower and bid forecasts to Business Line Management as necessary
• Manage the relationships with all Contracts Management Stakeholders including:
  • Project Management
  • Engineering
  • Procurement
  • Subcontracts
  • Fabrication
  • Construction
  • Marine Installation
  • Hook Up and Commissioning
  • Consortium or JV Partner
  • QHSE
  • Legal
  • Finance
  • Business Line Management
  • EXCOM
  • Customer/Client
• Contribute to the Annual Business Line budget
• Contribute to Department goals and strategy
• Contribute to General improvement of department and systems
• Contract negotiations with customers/clients
• Coordinate with Contracts Director/Senior Contracts Director on workloads and resources
• Ensure Contracts & Senior Contracts Specialists coordinate appropriate activities
• Own and lead the implementation, enforcement, and verification of compliance with all McDermott policies and procedures
• Ensure employees understand their responsibility and authority to effectively implement the requirements of all McDermott policies and procedures
• Ensure the timely completion of all mandatory training by themselves and their teams

Essential Qualification and Education:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline such as Engineering, legal, Commercial, or Quantity Surveying and 10 years of Contracts Management experience in addition to other functional experience with at least 5 years of management experience
• Proven experience in contract management within the Engineering Procurement Construction and Installation (EPC/EPCI) industry, in the areas of Energy Transition, Onshore, or Offshore or Subsea and Floating Facilities (FPSO/FPU)
• In-depth knowledge of EPC/EPCI project lifecycles, including design, procurement, construction, and installation phases
• Can build rapport with and gain respect from employees with varied experience and background
• Familiarity with industry-specific terminologies, contracts, and standards
• Strong negotiation skills with a focus on achieving mutually beneficial outcomes
• Ability to analyze complex contract requirements and identify potential risks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders
• Proficient in using contract management software and MS Office Suite
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and meet tight deadlines

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