Houston Contract Specialist II

Job Purpose Advise project managers on contract strategy and ensure that all aspects of the contract during the execution phase are addressed with the objective of contributing to maximize project revenues. Job Description Act as a key integral member of the project team and participate in commercial strategic discussions and decisions to ensure that contracts risks are identified, properly evaluated and mitigated. Provide the project (including team work onshore and offshore) with accurate summaries of contract related matters including contract synopsis, contract review, contract obligations matrix and guidance on contract requirements. Responsible for preparation/review of all relevant contractual correspondence exchanged during project execution to and from the Client, partners, subcontractors and authorities. Monitor all project deliverables as well as identify risks and opportunities. Assumes overall responsibility for all contractual and commercial issues related to management of change, including ensuring claims are issued within the timeframes set out in the Contract receiving all required internal approvals: prepare, interfacing with involved functions, and negotiate any claims against client, joint-venture partners and subcontractors. You are meant for this job if: Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in pertinent discipline preferred. Minimum 5 years experience with contracts. At least 2 years experience with Subsea contracts preferred, oil & gas O&G industry experience required. Strong negotiation skills and experience Understand inter-disciplinary relations and requirements Exceptional communication and presentation skills Ability to provide open and direct dialogue with stakeholders Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience in law or a commercial discipline is advantageous Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without restriction.  For this position we are not sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time Additional Skills Interpersonal skills, including but not limited to: Organizational Skills/Time Management Ability to manage change Professional delivery Cost aware Results focused Proactive / committed approach Good team player Self-motivated and persistent. Decision Making Leadership Competencies Adopt a Growth Mindset Demonstrate Customer Intimacy Take Data Driven Decisions Take a Global Perspective