Contracts Division Manager

Vacancy Overview Contracts Division Manager Job Purpose Manage the contracts strategy for the onshore projects by controlling, directing, and implementing the contract management process while leading the development and stewardship of contracts plans across the project. Provide technical, commercial, and functional leadership in all aspects of contracting, including the preparation and administration of ITT packages and EPC contracts within a high value, complex project environment. Job Context & Major Challenges The position is responsible for identifying key business drivers, defining accountabilities, and developing and implementing project contract management procedures aligned with the strategic objectives of a major capital project. A key challenge unique to this role is anticipating commercial and contractual risks at an early stage while ensuring robust contract management practices are embedded across the project to: Minimize disputes Prevent adverse contractual outcomes Improve overall project performance Protect the commercial interests of the organization throughout the project lifecycle. Key Job Accountabilities – (Not limited to the below) Strategic Contracting Leadership Provide strategic leadership for all project contracting activities, including ITT issuance, EPC contract execution, and Services CWO administration, while aligning contractual actions with Legal and key project stakeholders. Tendering Governance Oversee the development of ITT packages and direct the end-to-end tendering process to ensure commercial integrity, market competitiveness, and full compliance with project governance requirements. Contract Strategy Development Establish contract strategies and govern the development of EPC contract documentation to ensure complete scope definition, balanced risk allocation, and alignment with project objectives. Commercial Evaluation & Recommendations Assess contractor technical and commercial submissions and advise senior management and shareholders on contractual acceptability, commercial exposure, and award recommendations. Contract Administration Management Govern the full contract administration process, including: Change management Payment certification Claims resolution Securities monitoring Contract amendments Final contract closeout while ensuring contractual compliance and project control. Commercial Negotiations Lead negotiations of contractor-initiated changes and commercial adjustments to secure optimal outcomes while protecting project cost and schedule commitments. Dispute Resolution Manage complex contractual disputes and direct the preparation of formal commercial correspondence to preserve the company’s contractual rights and minimise financial exposure. Commercial Risk Protection Protect the project’s commercial interests by maintaining rigorous oversight of the contractual environment and proactively mitigating risks affecting major capital investment. Capability Development Develop organizational capability within the contracts function by mentoring personnel, strengthening commercial competencies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. High-Performance Organization Champion a high-performance contracts organization that delivers excellence in safety, quality, cost, and schedule through disciplined execution and commercial stewardship. (MUST HAVE) Minimum Requirements Educational Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in: Business, or Law, or Engineering. Knowledge & Experience Minimum 12 years of experience across multiple project functions and assignments within the Oil & Gas industry, including: Project Management Engineering Construction Procurement Including a minimum of 3 years of project management leadership experience on a major oil & gas project. Demonstrated experience in: Business Management Risk Management Project Controls Cost Development Schedule Development Tender Preparation Contract Management. Technical & Business Skills: The successful candidate should demonstrate expertise in: Contract & Commercial Management Contract Lifecycle Management EPC Contracting Procurement Strategy Development Risk & Governance Commercial Risk Management Stakeholder Governance Management Vendor Governance Management Claims & Change Management Claims Management Dispute Resolution Change Management Leadership & Business Acumen Commercial Acumen Strategic Contracting Leadership Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management Major Project Commercial Stewardship.