Contract Administrator

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor EPC/EPCIC contracts, ensuring contractor compliance with obligations and milestones.
• Maintain comprehensive contract files, registers, and correspondence records.
• Evaluate and manage contractor change requests, preparing change order documentation.
• Identify and mitigate potential claims, supporting negotiation and resolution processes.
• Draft and issue contractual letters and notices, ensuring timely responses.
• Prepare periodic contract administration reports, providing key insights and updates.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and compliance with corporate policies.
• Provide contractual guidance and support to project team members and stakeholders.
• Assist in contract negotiations and amendments, representing the company's interests.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to enhance contract management strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or Business Administration.
• 7-12 years of experience in contract administration within the oil & gas industry, with a focus on EPC/EPCIC projects.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and oil & gas contracting models.
• Proficiency in MS Office and contract management tools, with excellent drafting skills.
• Minimum 5 years of offshore experience, with recent involvement in offshore projects.
• Excellent English language skills, both written and spoken, with a proven ability to write clear specifications and reports.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple contracts, and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and a willingness to adapt to new contract management practices.
• Experience in change management and claims/dispute resolution is highly advantageous.
• Eligibility to work in Italy is a mandatory requirement for this role.