Associate Contract Management Spec

Job OverviewThe Associate Contract Management Specialist utilizes existing Contract Management practice and procedures to solve routine or standard problems. They receive instruction, guidance, and direction from others within the team, as well as interaction within multi-disciplines teams on large scale projects.Job ResponsibilitiesContributing to the on-time delivery of the projects that McDermott executeAssisting in maximizing commercial success for projectsAssessing, reviewing, and mitigating commercial and contractual risks under the project contractsChange management and claimsAssisting with management of subcontractors and suppliersAssisting with preparation of tenders and contract documentsCollaborating with the project team to prepare progress reports and financial statementsAssist in the work for contracts and commercial aspects of a project under working with the Contract Management team on project activities (that may relate to contract, legal or commercial matters)Assist in development and implementing procedural requirements relevant to project management contractual and commercial areasMaintain data schedules, contract records and assist in reporting requirementsDrafting of contractual correspondence and notices – coordinating with project management and other disciplines to ascertain facts and supporting informationChange management – identifying, notifying and agreeing variations and changes in the works – ensuring compliance with relevant contractual proceduresContractual claims – identification and notification of claims events and assisting with preparation of contractual claim submissionsAdvise on contractual matters – provision of guidance and advice to avoid claims, delays and additional costs, as well as checking contract conditions to ensure complianceProviding information and inputs for cost control reports, cash-flow forecasting and budget forecast reportsAttending internal multi-disciplinary meetings and preparation of meeting minutesInterface with project supply chains and the interlinks between various contracts/subcontractsPotential to assist in pre-contract activities to support in development of projects prior to awardPresent strategy and solutions, on occasion to the directorate of a projectInternal procedures – comply with internal procedures and identify improvementsQualificationsBachelor's Degree with background in Contract/Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, Law/Construction Law, Project Controls or EngineeringZero-two (0-2) years working experience is preferable in Contract Management, Commercial Management, or similar experience and rolesWorking experience is preferable in EPC energy or infrastructure projects, construction or supply chainFluent in the creation and editing of all Microsoft Office Suite documentsStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact and build relationships with more senior employees and multi-discipline within the organization and gain respect from othersExcellent written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages are a plus)Strong numerical and data analytical skillsTeam player with a demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within a teamDiligent and highly motivated with strong analytical and problem solving skills with ability to pay attention to details and maintain accuracy in assessing, quantifying and resolving mattersAbility to present and articulate complex situations and circumstances to stakeholders with varying backgroundsStrong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in parallel, and manage time effectively to achieve project goalsStrong commercial acumen and awareness with an ability to assess variables and determine the optimum commercial outcomeWillingness to learn new concepts and adapt to new challengesAbility to work in a global environment with different nationalities and ethnicitiesAbility to thrive under pressure and use initiativeWilling to contribute to a collaborative and supportive atmosphere, actively seeking learning opportunities, and demonstrating a positive attitude towards work and colleaguesAbout UsOur ingenuity fuels daily life. Together, we’ve forged some of the most trusted partnerships across the energy value chain to make what was once just an idea a reality: laying subsea infrastructure thousands of feet below sea level, installing platforms hundreds of miles from shore, using our expertise to design and build offshore wind infrastructure, and reshaping the onshore landscape to deliver the energy products the world needs safely and sustainably. For more than 100 years, we've been making the impossible possible. Today, we’re driving the energy transition with more than 30,000 of the brightest minds across 54 countries. #J-18808-Ljbffr