Senior Contracts Engineer

Main Purpose

• To support procurement and contracting activities for ongoing and upcoming Oil & Gas projects, specifically related to offshore subsea installation services, in compliance with PSC procurement procedures, company policies, and guidelines.
• To coordinate and liaise with cross-functional teams such as Technical, FC&A, Legal, Taxation, Imports, and Shore Base to ensure timely contract placement and delivery of goods/services in line with project timelines and targets.

Job Accountabilities

• Assist in the preparation of Expressions of Interest (EOI) for bidder prequalification; monitor responses, follow up with bidders, and coordinate with project teams on vendor qualification criteria and selection.
• Support the preparation and issuance of RFPs in line with procurement procedures; coordinate with technical teams and bidders to address technical and HSE queries.
• Assist in the discussion and closure of exceptions and deviations to RFP terms and conditions by coordinating with legal, commercial teams, and bidders.
• Coordinate with technical teams to obtain technical bid recommendations; assist in reviewing and evaluating commercial proposals and participate in commercial negotiations with bidders to obtain necessary concurrence.
• Prepare approval notes (internal/external) for submission to relevant stakeholders, including the Operating Committee/Management Committee, as per procurement procedures; assist in drafting LOAs and final PO/contract documents.
• Expedite with suppliers/service providers to ensure timely delivery as per agreed schedules and support smooth mobilization.
• Support post-award contract administration in coordination with internal teams (Technical, Imports & Logistics, Shore Base/Site, FC&A, and Legal); assist in audit handling and closure of POs/contracts.
• Utilize SAP (MM module) for procurement activities, including raising orders and maintaining accurate system entries.

Skills Required

• Strong work ethic with a proactive, self-starter approach.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to procurement function requirements.
• Good understanding of general terms and conditions of purchase and contracts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work as an independent contributor while managing multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and objectivity.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and commercial acumen with sound judgment.
• Result-oriented with strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in procurement and contracting of offshore subsea installation services for deepwater projects is preferred.

Experience & Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech (Petroleum or Mechanical preferred).
• 5–9 years of experience in Procurement & Contracts, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong expertise in techno-commercial discussions and contract management.

Application

Interested candidates, kindly mail to enpcareers.hr@ril.com