Contract Specialist

Job description / Role

Ongoing management of Framework Contractors within a Framework Service Area as well as all phases of procurement and contract administration to deliver on the requirements of DOM. The Contract Specialist will act as a central point of contact for Framework Service Area issues.

Lead and manage the contract administration function for the Framework Service Area.
Liaison with Ashghal legal and contract staff to resolve all contract issues and facilitate negotiation of client contract terms and conditions.
Organize and process correspondence with contracting parties, and monitors fulfillment of contractual obligations for Framework Service Area.
Maintain a central repository for all tender documents, variations, as well as contract related correspondence.
Assist with the negotiation, coordination and administration of Framework Service
Area contracts.
Secure and monitor insurance and bond requirements.

Manage the Work Order Selection Procedure to include:
i. Develop and maintain Framework Contractor Available Award Capacity
ii. Develop and maintain Framework Contractor KPI Ratings
iii. Develop a governance plan for each Framework Service Area
iv. Review and approve Invitation to Quote as appropriate
v. Manage Invitation to Quote approval process as appropriate
vi. Evaluate Price Estimates and Weighted Rankings
vii. Select Framework Contractors to award Work Packages to
viii. Manages Framework Contractor performance through Contract Administration

Act as liaison between operations to provide Client contract management and guidance on resolution of contract issues.

Lead proposed variations to the contracts.
Coordinate the closeout of Framework Contracts.
Ensure MWH and C4B deliver on contractual requirements as relevant to procurement and contract administration activities.
Provide regular progress updates to C4B and Client.
Advise on best practice supply chain & procurement strategic framework, tools,processes and systems and develop recommendations to improve DOM efficiency and effectiveness going forward.
Develop transition plans for business change with the business functions and stakeholders, agreeing all change plans with the relevant MWH and client
stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in relevant discipline from recognized university.
Education qualification shall be obtained from North America, West Europe,Australia or equivalent University.
Qualified or part-qualified in western European or American relevant professional Contract Management/Administration or CIPS qualifications Minimum 8 years previous experience contracts administration Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
Supervisory skills.
Report writing.
Tender document experience.
Strong influencing and relationship building skills (with client and team).
Self-motivated, team player, taking responsibility for self and team delivery to deadlines.
Able to work at all levels with clients and management.

About the Company

PSTech is a subsidiary of EMFI Group of companies currently registered to operate within State of Qatar.

PSTech brings years of experience in an effort to provide “very best” in Facility Management and Operations & Maintenance Support Services, our personnel can rapidly and actively familiarize themselves with the project requirement, issues & dynamics, PSTech takes all the appropriate steps in order to provide the services in professional manner using latest standard technology & sound project management with all effective and active procedures.

PSTech’s goal is to address specific levels of service for the Operation & Maintenance by developing and implementing customized solutions for Client facilities. Furthermore, we has created a well-trained workforce, along with improved quality, while ultimately driving down Client total related facility costs.

PSTech has the capability to provide the highest quality and proven experience in Quality Management System QMS, These tailored plans assure business continuity as well as reliable and efficient operation of the entire organization. Typically PSTech performs all work possible with its own internal workforce to the extent that it is cost effective and efficient. This philosophy allows PSTech to control the quality of service that is delivered to its clients.