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Contracts Manager The Contracts Manager is involved in a project from the proposal/study (FEL1, FEL2 and FEL3) phases up to the project closeout and handover of the FEL4 project execution phase. The major interfaces are with project management, engineering, project controls and construction management up to contract award and with contractors during the construction phase. The Contracts Manager leads a team of contract specialists, contract administrators and administrative support staff focused on the management of construction, services and material/equipment supply and installation contracts during the execution of EPCM projects and has vital responsibilities in carrying a project to an ontime, onbudget completion. The Contracts Manager is the owner of the entire contracting process, both pre and postaward activities. Contract management includes negotiating the terms and conditions in contracts and ensuring compliance with those terms, including documenting and agreeing on any changes that may arise during implementation or execution. It can be summarized as the process of systematically and efficiently managing contract formation, execution, administration and analysis to maximize financial, scope and schedule performance while minimizing risk. Key Responsibilities Drafting contracting strategies (in consultation with relevant construction, project controls, engineering, project management and other procurement team members), including possible price basis and contractor selection strategies to be included in the Project Execution Plan (PEP). Participation in the development of the sourcing plan, final bidders list and the active management of the prequalification process. Managing the contracting team towards the following objectives and deliverables: Implements the contract management plan, documented as part of the PEP. Management of processes within the appropriate procurement systems. Draft package plan and strategy and obtain client approval. Management of the bidding process. Review contract terms and conditions and consider and recommend special terms and conditions as required in liaison with contract management. Prepare and award contracts for execution. Handover to site administration. Contractual change control. Management of contractual processes within the appropriate Hatch core system. Program monitoring and progress meetings. Payment certification. Claims administration. Develop, process and implement contractual documents and change notices in a timely manner. Administrate contracts in accordance with general requirements of contractual terms and conditions. Maintain various contract registers as per project specific instructions. Proactive management and reporting of forecasted final costs and cashflow contracts. Management of bonds/guarantees. Closeout and handover over to the client. Ensure the application of contractors performance evaluation. Supervision, training and assistance of team members. Conduct regular meetings with team members to discuss status quo and any issues within the group. Liaise with Procurement Manager to assess personnel. Communication within project. Selfassessments of team in order to verify alignment to all Hatch and client governance and procedural compliance. Assist the Procurement Manager with resource planning. Qualifications and Experience Extensive experience (1520 years) in an EPCM project environment on capital projects, specifically in the management of construction and services contracts. Contracts/legal related training as well as general project and management related training. Experience with drafting commercial terms and conditions and an understanding of accompanying legal implications. Negotiation and communication skills. Excellent understanding of procurement processes, contract management and corporate governance principles. Knowledge and a working history and understanding of the local environment and contractors. Experience with and excellent understanding of contracting strategies. Proven experience and knowledge of contractor management. Knowledge and understanding of quality systems, environmental, health and safety regulations, and procurement systems reporting tools. Excellent knowledge of contract change management including schedule change management. Experience with dispute resolution and dispute resolution mechanisms. Prior sitebased experience in the administration of construction contracts. Ability to fit into a team environment and personal skills to compliment teamwork development. Preferred Appropriate tertiary qualification. Legal or arbitration certification. International experience in a similar role. Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions. Were committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We''ll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation. #J-18808-Ljbffr