POSITION SUMMARY:

Manages the contracts function for a project from inception through completion. Functional scope includes development of the project contracts strategy, (sub)contract formation, (sub)contract administration, and claims. Manages Contracts staff assigned to the project.

JOB DIMENSIONS

A.    Supervision Received

Reports directly to the Project Manager

Receives technical and functional guidance from the responsible Business Unit Manager of Contracts

B.   Supervision Exercised

Provides operational direction, technical and functional guidance to the project contracts and claims personnel and other personnel in the performance of contracts or claims tasks as determined with Project Management, Construction and Procurement.

C.    Contacts

Maintains contact with other Contracts Management personnel and Functional Managers

Legal and Risk Management to obtain and provide information regarding contract issues

Customer representatives and contracts staff and contracting company managers

RESPONSIBILITES:

Develop the contract strategy for the project based on applicable laws and Bechtel’s license(s) in the executing location(s), Customer requirements, and the overall project execution strategy considering project risk, pricing, scope, and schedule. Use the contract strategy to prepare and implement the project contract execution plan.

Provide support and guidance to the Project Manager in the management of the prime contract when assigned Prime Contract responsibility: work with the project management team to identify the prime contract baseline, to identify project opportunities and risks, and to develop a risk mitigation plan.

Establish and implement the project contract/(sub)contract formation and contract/(sub)contract administration programs and ensure compliance to applicable Bechtel policies

Provide ongoing guidance in the various aspects of contract management to the Project Manager and key members of the project team to ensure that sound prime contract management and (sub)contract formation/administration principles are applied throughout the contracts work process;

Develop and implement the project Contract staffing plan and provide training, technical guidance and development to Contract staff assigned to the project team;

Participate in project related meetings, work closely with Construction, Engineering, Procurement and Project Controls, and review project financial data to:

Ensure awareness of all project activities that may affect the prime contract;

Identify opportunities for revenue enhancement, schedule relief and claim avoidance;Take appropriate actions to protect Bechtel’s interest and/or improve project performance;

Ensure compliance with prime contract terms and conditions;

Direct support to the Project Manager for the preparation and negotiation of changes to the baseline contract as well as the resolution of constructive contract changes with respect to additional compensation and time;

Provide for adherence to contract insurance provisions and coordinate with the Risk Management Department on any occurrences covered by Customer or Bechtel provided insurance;

Direct support to the Project Manager for the management of Bechtel’s contractual and commercial interests in connection with joint venture and other similar relationships;

Develop a program to identify and prepare claims as they develop and direct the efforts to negotiate and resolve claims in coordination with the Claims Group and Legal Department;

To execute the (sub)contract plan, research and prepare recommendations and reports for contracting for major services, taking into consideration legal, commercial, and financial factors; maintain an awareness of current conditions throughout the life of the project;

Participate in the development of the project bidders list. Ensure it is maintained in an up-to-date manner and contains qualified suppliers and contractors approved by the Customer when required by the Prime Contract;

Reviews and approves bid tabulations and recommendations consistent with both customer and project interests;

Participate in the development and ensure the implementation of the Contracts Management Divisions of Responsibilities;

Ensure the monitoring of contract quality, cost and performance and that all contractual duties and obligations are met by all parties to each (sub)contract.

QUALIFICATIONS and  SKILLS:

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree in Business, Quantity Surveying, Law, Engineering, Construction Management or Cost Engineering, or equivalent >15 Years demonstrated experience in pricing, contract law, contract drafting, administration and negotiation of change orders, effective correspondence, planning and scheduling

Thorough knowledge of prime contract administration as well as contract/(sub)contract formation and administration, execution office and field procedures, and documents relating to a multi-discipline construction project

Proficiency in the formation and administration of (sub)contracts from bidder pre-qualification, compilation of bid requests, receipt of bids, bid evaluation, through award, monitoring the performance of contractors, back charge procedures, resolution of claims and disputes, and other such related steps

Proven leadership ability

Direct experience in managing workload distribution and execution of the work, as well as personnel interviewing, selection, development and coaching, salary planning, classification changes, performance evaluation, career counseling, transfers and terminations

Technical and administrative knowledge of engineering/construction industry contracting practices, government and commercial procurement regulations and practices, Bechtel policies, procedures and work practices