Contracts Advisor

Client of Eram Talent

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and manage EPC contracts and subcontracts for capital projects
• Ensure contract compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies related to contract terms
• Collaborate with project, legal, finance, and procurement teams to facilitate contract execution
• Manage contract amendments, claims, and dispute resolution processes
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and reporting throughout project lifecycle
• Provide expert advice on contractual obligations impacting capital projects

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably Mechanical), law, business administration, or related discipline
• Extensive experience across all phases of the contracting lifecycle, including solicitation, award, execution, administration, and close-out
• Solid experience in managing and negotiating EPC, EPCM, LSTK, and service contracts, with a strong understanding of commercial and legal implications
• Deep understanding of contract types and structures, with the ability to tailor terms to project specific risks and requirements
• Strong knowledge of international contracting standards, local legal, regulatory frameworks, and Saudi Aramco contracting procedures is preferred.
• Experience in risk management, claims analysis, and dispute resolution mechanisms, including mediation, arbitration, and litigation
• Proficient in using contract management systems, ERP tools (SAP), and project management software
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in complex and high-pressure environments
• Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, including Lump Sum Turnkey (LSTK), Lump Sum Procure and Build (LSPB), EPC, EPCM, and service agreements
• Knowledgeable in Saudi Aramco contracting policies, procedures, safety requirements, and legal requirements, including internal controls and governance standards
• Ability to manage contractor performance throughout the contract lifecycle, including scope, cost, schedule, and quality, to ensure delivery against agreed milestones and service levels
• Ability to interface with cross-functional teams including Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and Risk Management to ensure contractual alignment and risk
• Familiarity with contract management software and industry standards