Manager Contract Management

Role Overview

Manager Contract Management at McDermott. This role typically manages multiple Contracts Management delivery at the large EPC/EPCI level with accountability for Contracts Management and Claims Success of allocated Contracts at the large projects level.

Role Purpose

Lead Contracts Management delivery across large-scale EPC/EPCI projects while building and maintaining positive relationships with internal functions and clients across all levels of Contracts Specialist and administrator teams.

Key Responsibilities

Contract & Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with all Contracts Management Stakeholders including Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, Subcontracts, Fabrication, Construction, Marine Installation, Hook Up and Commissioning, Consortium or JV Partner, QHSE, Legal, Finance, Business Line Management, EXCOM, and Customer/Client
• Lead contracts negotiations with customers and clients
• Coordinate with Contracts Director/Senior Contracts Director on workloads and resources
• Ensure Contracts & Senior Contracts Specialists coordinate appropriate activities

Operations & Delivery

• Manage multiple Contracts Management delivery at the large EPC/EPCI level
• Own accountability for Contracts Management and Claims Success of allocated Contracts at the large projects level
• Provide manpower and bid forecasts to Business Line Management as necessary
• Contribute to Annual Business Line budget
• Departmental improvement initiatives delivery

Compliance & Policy

• Own and lead the implementation, enforcement, and verification of compliance with all McDermott policies and procedures
• Ensure employees understand their responsibility and authority to effectively implement the requirements of all McDermott policies and procedures
• Ensure the timely completion of all mandatory training by themselves and their teams

Strategic & Departmental Development

• Contribute to Department goals and strategy
• Contribute to General improvement of department and systems

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline such as Engineering, Legal, Commercial, or Quantity Surveying
• Ten (10) years of Contracts Management experience in addition to other functional experience
• At least one to two (1-2) years of management experience
• Proven experience in contract management within the Engineering Procurement Construction and Installation (EPC/EPCI) industry in the areas of Energy Transition, Onshore, Offshore, or Subsea and Floating Facilities (FPSO/FPU)
• In-depth knowledge of EPC/EPCI project lifecycles, including design, procurement, construction, and installation phases
• Familiarity with industry-specific terminologies, contracts, and standards

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to build rapport with and gain respect from employees with varied experience and background
• Strong negotiation skills with a focus on achieving mutually beneficial outcomes
• Ability to analyze complex contract requirements and identify potential risks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders
• Proficient in using contract management software and MS Office Suite
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and meet tight deadlines