Summary: The role of Contracts Administrator involves managing contracting activities during the FEED and EPC phases for a leading EPC company. Responsibilities include developing contract RFPs, maintaining compliance with contract management standards, and managing subcontractor pre-qualification processes. The position requires strong client relationship management and contract negotiation skills, along with post-award contract management activities. This role is based in Newcastle and is classified as outside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management of FEED contracting activities and Contracts team through FEED Phase and progression into EPC phase.
• Development of Contract RFPs to support FEED Phase and award of schedule critical packages.
• Support with development of Project Estimate and Schedule during FEED Phase.
• Development and management of Manpower Plans for Contract administration during FEED and EPC Phases.
• Maintain compliance with company Contract Management practices and procedures.
• Develop Client relationships through superior execution.
• Prepare, maintain, retrieve, and communicate records, reports, or documents for corporate and Contract Management requirements.
• Manage the Pre-Qualification process of subcontractors and monitor compliance to HSE, Quality, and Finance procedures.
• Prepare bid evaluations and award recommendations.
• Review and execute procedurally correct contracts and negotiate terms and conditions.
• Lead internal RFP meetings, contract pre-award meetings, and final negotiations.
• Analyze commercial sections of proposals and coordinate technical proposal evaluations.
• Perform contract management post-award activities including productivity evaluation and claims avoidance.
• Finalize outstanding contract issues and coordinate completion of contractor performance evaluations.

Key Skills:

• Relevant qualifications preferred but not mandatory.
• Relevant experience in contract administration and management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage client relationships effectively.
• Knowledge of HSE, Quality, and Finance compliance procedures.
• Experience in developing and managing contract RFPs.
• Proficiency in contract management practices and procedures.

Salary (Rate): £38.00

City: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other