Contracts Engineer / Arbil

We are looking for Local candidates to fill the position of Contracts Engineer for an International Oil and Gas company in Kurdistan.



Contract Type: Permanent

Working Schedule: 5 Days/ Week

Location: Erbil - Office based




Job Summary:

Undertake and execute day-to-day operational contracting activities in support of company’s drilling operations in Kurdistan from strategy to contract close out. Draft contracting strategies prepare invitation to tenders evaluation of tenders received, including detailed analysis of commercial and contractual qualifications and execution of contracts. Ensure all materials and services requirements are procured at the best price and delivery terms and in full compliance with company Procurement Procedures. Conduct contract management activities to ensure effective contracts administration and performance management of contracts.



Main Responsibilities:

• Responsibility for planning, sourcing and placement of contract packages, in compliance with C&P procedures.
• Responsible for development, compilation and execution of pre-qualification exercises, contracting strategies, invitation to tender documentation, attending tender openings and evaluation of tenders received, including detailed analysis of commercial and contractual qualifications, and execution of contracts.
• Ensure compliance with company and JV requirements along with governance and compliance obligations and ensure an audit trail to secure cost recovery.
• Prepare and execute Service Orders and Call-Off Orders in company’s Epicor system.
• Conduct basic contract management activities to ensure effective contracts administration and performance management of contracts including progress to date, quality of services, progress measurements as per contract KPI’s.
• Act as focal point for Contract Holder in the preparation of Variations and Amendments.
• Liaise with company departments on all matters relating to legal, tax, insurance, Compliance and HSE.
• Safeguard a high level of compliance with company anti-bribery, anti-corruption and money laundering policies.
• Build strong relations with internal and external stakeholders, contractors and suppliers.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years relevant oil & gas contracting experience, with at least 3+ years working experience in contracts with IOC(s) or other related organizations.
• Experience in drilling and well services contracts.
• Degree preferably technical or business related.
• Awareness of Best Practices in corporate and project supply chain procedures.
• Excellent command of English and Kurdish (both written and spoken).
• High level of competency with Microsoft suite of applications and ERP systems.
• Collaborative with good communication and interpersonal skills.