Lead Contract Engineer - Onshore Package Resumption

About the role

A global multi-energy company operating large-scale refining and petrochemical facilities is looking for a Lead Contract Engineer in Afungi, Mozambique. The role administers and manages all contractual aspects of the Onshore Package, covering project restart phase management, contract administration and contractual support to the Site Management team. The mission lasts 12 months and is extendable, on a 28x28 schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Administer the Onshore Package Resumption process after long-term suspension, including Change Orders and Amendments in line with Terms of Reference and project procedures
• Liaise with technical teams (DUET) so technical requirements are reflected in Change Orders, and coordinate with cross-functional departments for timely restart readiness
• Engage with EPC contractors in tripartite negotiations with subcontractors on restart scope, schedule and costs
• Manage assigned EPC contracts, correspondence, change order logs and filing systems; review and validate change order requests
• Handle contractor claims and counter-claims, and ensure certificates, guarantees and insurances are in place and received on time
• Coordinate monthly payment applications and verify invoices
• Supervise Contract Engineers and Quantity Surveyors at site and support the Site Management team daily
• Deliver work scopes on time while maintaining HSE culture, Sustainable Development Goals, purchasing ethics and anti-corruption policies

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Construction Law, Business, Engineering or Construction Science (preferred)
• Minimum 15 years in contract management, at least 10 in a similar Lead Contract Engineer position
• Very good command of written and spoken English

Required skills

• EPC/EPCC construction contract management, from pre-award to final account, preferably on offshore/subsea packages
• Construction law and contract administration, negotiation and monitoring of EPC/Oil & Gas projects
• Change order management and contractor claims administration
• Managing and supervising resources and direct reports across multidisciplinary teams