Contracts Engineer - Project Assurance

QatarEnergy LNG

Doha, Qatar

Ref: MP548-295

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Basic Function and Scope:

Reporting directly to the Contract Lead, Contract Engineer will be responsible for the activities associated with the formation and execution of a contract in Project Assurance Contracts Department.

This will include preparation of contract strategy and management support through the entire contracting process i.e. planning, solicitation, evaluation, award and post-award, including coordination with and providing advice to various departments within Engineering and Projects Group.

Tasks and Duties:

• Develop scope of work and compensation template for engineering, feasibility study, FEED, EPC, EPCm type of works.
• Take part in Stage Gate reviews at various stages of project development.
• Recommend contract strategy to best fit company requirement i.e. risk distribution issues related to company and contractor, type of contract, pricing structure, prequalification/technical/commercial evaluation, duration, milestone, etc.
• Support project engineers in preparing Services Request and its attachment; compile and validate documents that are to be sent to Supply Department for launch the tender.
• Liaise with Supply Department and take part in tendering, award and change order process.
• Keep the contract document up to date and ensure that all documents relating to the contract are consistent.
• Support project engineers in monitoring contractor performance and obligation under the contract.
• Evaluate contractor’s claims and defend claims from contractors. If claim is accepted, incorporate changes into a contract
• Support project control in preventing cost overrun.
• Participate in contract audit, review records for accuracy and conformance to standards.
• Forecast and plan for the expiration of existing contracts.
• Facilitate close-out by ensuring contract obligation has been fulfilled and invoices have been paid, no outstanding claims exist and all deliverables have been received and approved.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or Science majoring in Engineering in the area of specialization from an accredited university.
• Minimum 6 years of contract experience with the oil & Gas industry.
• A good level of analytical and structured approach to formulation and administering contractual issues together with skills in appropriate computer software, technical report writing and good English written and oral skills.
• Knowledge of all phases of the Project Lifecycle, i.e. Pre FEED, FEED, Execution &
• Ability to demonstrate capacity to work well in team situations.
• Should be proactive, a self-starter, and be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to plan, monitor, and coordinate work activities.

About the Company

QatarEnergy LNG, established in 1984, pioneered the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) industry in Qatar and today is the largest producer of LNG in the world with an annual production capacity of 77 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) from its world-class facilities in Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar.

Since the first production in 1996, QatarEnergy LNG has successfully delivered cargos to more than 30 countries and is committed to meeting the world’s demand for safe, reliable and clean energy.

Through its operational excellence, QatarEnergy LNG is adding value to its production chain, contributing to the Qatari economy and Qatar’s National Vision to ensure efficient energy supplies for the country, creating new markets and contributing to the local community.

In addition to the LNG facilities, QatarEnergy LNG operates the Jetty Boil-Off Gas facility, Al Khaleej Gas, Ras Laffan Heilum, the two Laffan Refineries (among the largest condensate refineries in the world), and the Ras Laffan Terminal on behalf of All participants.

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Engineer salaries in Qatar

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QAR 9,000

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