Contract Engineers at Hobark International Limited (HIL)

Hobark International Limited (HIL) is an Integrated Services Company whose subsidiaries: DrillPet International Limited (DIL), Uniterm Nigeria Limited (UNL), UltiProc Nigeria Limited (UPNL), Hobark Consultant Management Services (HCMS) and Gigasec- provide Manpower Services & Logistics Support, Drilling Operations and Consultancy Services, On/OffShore Catering Services, Drilling Rigs & Drilling Bits and Procurement Services to the Oil & Gas Industry. IP security services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Contract Engineer

Req ID: 0942
Location: Lagos

Primary Skills

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and administer contracts during the various stages of the construction process of LDF projects.
• Establish and maintain contract records and ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
• Monitor the status of each contract undertaken by LDF.
• Hold responsibility for contracts and ongoing relationships with LDF contractors.
• Oversee the entire bidding process, soliciting estimates from various vendors, comparing them for purchasing decisions.
• Systematically and efficiently manage contract creation, execution, tender contracts, and bid analysis for LDF projects.
• Oversees the contracts signed by the company to make sure what was agreed in every given contract is being followed.
• Co-ordinate with the General Manager and Project Manager regarding key legal contract ramifications & issues concerning the department.
• In conjunction with Project Manager review contractual obligations and contract templates.
• Prepare necessary correspondence requesting the client to provide amendments to the original contract.
• Monitor compliance to contract requirements ensuring all conditions are satisfied before approval of the final invoice.
• Manage the contract database, which is used to track and analyze every contract.
• Maximize financial and operational performance alongside minimizing risk through implemented COMPANY policies & procedures.
• Supervise the financial budget and ensure the cost effectiveness and value for money of the awarded LDF contracts.
• In conjunction with senior management determine and agree relevant course of action for unpaid claims, advising client as directed by Management Team.
• Gather and analyze in liaison with the company hierarchy regarding a sourcing strategy through recommending new trends in sourcing and procedure.
• Interpret contract provisions to help resolve any minor conflicts or infringements arising from existing contracts.
• Initiates and/or conducts meetings with contractors concerning contractual problems as requested by Construction Project Manager.
• Manage and supervise the contract & administrative team members and delegate the tasks accordingly.

Critical Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal, communication , and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers.
• Conversant with regulatory, legislative, and industrial changes.
• Team Player.
• Skill in negotiating, writing and interpreting contractual agreements.
• Demonstrate the ability to practice Financial Management.
• Ability to take positive initiative and direct the C & P activities within LDF
• Demonstrate the ability to proactively prioritize needs and effectively manage resources and time.
• High level of motivation and resilience.
• Sound understanding and experience in working with contractors.

Required Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business or other related area.
• Possession of a Masters degree or other advanced certifications is a plus
• Minimum of 3 years of experience within a contracts & admin profession.
• Affluent in spoken and written English, French is a plus
• Proficient in contract management software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidate should:
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