Contracts Specialist - Aberdeen, United Kingdom - Aberdeen Appointments Agency

Aberdeen Appointments Agency

Verified Company

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

1 week ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are assisting our client, a Global Energy transition leader, in their search for a Contract Specialist.

The Contract Specialist shall satisfactorily protect the contractual and commercial interest of the company in respect of the project in all of its activities and transactions, ensuring that all company policies and procedures are adhered to.

Also needs to pursue and maximize the commercial opportunities as well as issue project reports accurately that shall reflect the current commercial status of the project and the likely outcome at completion.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in the detailed legal review of Client proposed draft of contract
Provide input on any contractual and commercial risk identified during the review
Assist in negotiations with clients and joint venture partners as needed
Assist sourcing/procurement to address contract, legal, commercial and insurance issues related to subcontractors or major suppliers during tender phase
Act as a key integral member of the project team and participate in commercial strategic discussions and decisions
Provide the project (including team work onshore and offshore) with accurate summaries of contract related
Advise the project manager/director on aspects of project execution which deviate from contract requirement
Manage and maintain accurate records of all project contractual documentation within Contracts
Monitor all project deliverables as well as identify risks and opportunities
Prepare, pursue and lead the process on all claims (excluding litigation) related to the project
Issue client notices
Oversee and participates in close out of contracts/projects including in relation to the certificates, final account and securities, and deal with claims to satisfactory conclusions

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree or relevant experience in pertinent discipline preferred
Strong negotiation skills and experience
Understand interdisciplinary relations and requirements
Exceptional communication and presentation skills
Ability to provide open and direct dialogue with stakeholders
High level of integrity and ethics
High standard of written and spoken English
PC skills with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, project, and presentation software
Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fastpaced environment
Organisational Skills/Time Management
Ability to manage change
Professional delivery
Cost aware
Results focused
Proactive/committed approach
Good team player
Selfmotivated and persistent
Decision Making