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Job Summary

• This position is responsible for overseeing and managing the full contract lifecycle, from pre-award planning and solicitation through negotiation, award, administration, and close-out.
• The role provides leadership and supervision to contract staff, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, legal requirements, and best practices.
• The position supports project and operational teams by mitigating contractual risks, managing variations and claims, and ensuring value for money.
• The Contract Specialist Supervisory role also serves as a key advisor to management on contractual, commercial, and risk-related matters while fostering collaboration with internal stakeholders and external contractors

Job Details

• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including pre-award planning, tendering, negotiation, award, administration, and close-out. 
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, subcontracts, amendments, and variations in line with company policies and legal requirements. 
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to project, procurement, and operations teams. 
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, corporate governance, and applicable laws and regulations. 
• Monitor contractor performance and manage contractual risks, claims, and disputes. 
• Evaluate and administer change orders, variations, and claims, ensuring timely and accurate documentation. 
• Support bid and tender processes, including preparation and review of Scope of Work, pricing structures, and commercial terms. 
• Maintain accurate contract records, correspondence, and documentation. 
• Participate in contractual meetings, negotiations, and clarification sessions with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Identify opportunities for cost control, value improvement, and risk mitigation. 
• Support audits by providing contract documentation and explanations as required. 
• Prepare contractual reports, recommendations, and briefings for management.
• Supervise and mentor contract/procurement staff. 
• Review and approve contractual documents prepared by team members. 
• Establish and improve contract management processes and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Business, Procurement, or related field from a recognized university. professional certification a plus.
• Professional certification in Contract Management, Procurement, or Commercial Management is required or highly desirable.
• Certification from recognized bodies such as Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in Contract Management and SCM

Benefits

• Great work culture and multiple opportunities for growth and self-development. 
• 18 days of annual leave, excluding federal public holidays. 
• Health insurance coverage. 
• Monthly employer pension contribution.

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Key deliverables

• The Senior Project Cost Estimator will be responsible for accurately estimating project costs, determination of project budgets, and controlling of project budgets, while supporting decision-making by project stakeholders.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost estimation methodologies, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project cost control systems, procedures, and methodologies. Monitor project budgets, expenditures, and commitments to ensure accurate cost tracking.
• Conduct regular cost variance analysis, identifying trends, discrepancies, and potential cost overruns. Provide timely and accurate cost reports, forecasts, and cost performance analyses to project stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project cost estimates based on project scope, specifications, engineering designs, and other relevant inputs.
• Conduct comprehensive cost analysis by considering labour, materials, equipment, subcontracting, indirect costs, and contingency factors.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate cost estimation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in developing and monitoring project budgets, ensuring alignment with cost estimates and financial constraints. Review and validate contractors and suppliers cost estimates.
• Collaborate with project teams to track and control project costs against established budgets, identifying and addressing cost variances. Analyze cost performance data, identify trends, and provide insights to project stakeholders regarding cost implications and potential risks.
• Evaluate project alternatives and propose value engineering solutions to optimize project costs without compromising quality or safety. Prepare regular cost reports, forecasts, and cost-to-completion analyses for project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify cost-saving opportunities, alternative materials, and construction methods. Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to support decision-making on value engineering initiatives.
• Establish and update cost estimating databases, historical data, and benchmarks for future reference and continuous improvement. Provide guidance and support to project teams on cost estimation techniques and methodologies.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify and assess project risks that could impact project costs.
• Assist in the development of risk response strategies and contingency plans to address potential cost uncertainties. Analyze the impact of identified risks on project cost estimates and incorporate appropriate contingencies.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, procurement teams, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and collaborative cost estimation processes. Participate in project meetings, providing cost-related insights, recommendations, and updates.
• Communicate cost estimation assumptions, methodologies, and results to project stakeholders in a clear and concise manner. Foster strong working relationships with stakeholders, addressing their cost-related inquiries and concerns.

Competencies (Skills, Experience, and Knowledge):

• Minimum of a B.Sc Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline, Quantity Surveying.
• MBA /Masters in applicable degree will be added advantage.
• PMP / PRINCE II certification
• or project management qualifications
• SAP – Project Systems.
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience as a Project Cost Estimator or in a similar role within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation methodologies, techniques, and best practices.
• Proficiency in cost estimating software and tools (e.g., CostX, WinEst, Timberline, etc).
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and practices.
• Solid knowledge of engineering disciplines, construction methods, and industry-specific cost factors.
• Effective communication.