Job Vacancies at Amaiden Energy Nigeria

MAIN FUNCTIONS

• Provide guidance and advice, and upon request an assessment, relative to ExxonMobil’s implementation of OIMS in regards to geophysical vendor field operations

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• In addition to Level 1 and 2 tasks and responsibilities, Level 3:
• Participate in external stakeholder assessments for best practices and lessons learned
• Participate in OIMS workshops and Network meetings as needed
• Systematically assess the extent to which the new project is progressing with OIMS implementation
• Support and / or participate in investigations and follow-up of incidents. Provide root cause analysis expertise to support these efforts and review reports.
• May be assigned other services by the JV SHE Team.
• Develop / deliver technical presentations.

JOB REQUIREMENT

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in the geophysical field in a SSH&E role, with OIMS implementation experience; ExxonMobil experience strongly preferred
• Must be well versed in OIMS practices and processes for geophysical field operations
• Must have excellent communication skills, possess high level of integrity, and willingness to build trust and accountability in inter-personal relationships
• Demonstrated work experience in both onshore and offshore Exploration projects (including some prior oil & gas experience).
• Broad technical knowledge and HSE skills with working knowledge of HSE Management System administration
• Preferred working knowledge of safety management practices, processes, and expectations.
• Thorough knowledge of safety standards, codes, and practices.
• Ability and desire to function in an integrated project team environment. Ability to develop successful working relationships with emphasis on effective communications in an integrated team environment.
• Must be fluent in both written and spoken English
• Must be proficient in current communication mediums and technologies (i.e., Microsoft Office, telecommunications, email, meetings)
• Must be in good physical condition and shall comply with all project health and safety requirements (including any vendor vessel or country-specific certifications required to work offshore)
• Must comply with requirements per the agreement
• Certifications must be current and not due to expire for the anticipated duration of the project

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PURPOSE & ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Execute the complete contracting process including contract strategy and tactics for a variety of support type contracts but primarily contract management activities associated with the main EPC contracts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders in development and execution of contract strategies driving towards value maximization.
• Collaborate with internal and external (contractor) stakeholders in protecting the interests of company and ensuring delivery of maximum value via each of the awarded contract/commercial deal.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• The responsibilities of the role will include, but not be limited to:
• In accordance with Company policies and procedures prepare, review and issue RfQ/ITT and subsequently analyse bids and lead clarifications and
• negotiations in collaboration with Tender Evaluation Team (TET) and assist Contract Owners/Holders to prepare, present and defend
• award/variation submissions to Company Tender Committees to obtain approvals.

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Lead development of works and services demand forecast and planning and prepare contract plans.
• Guide Contract Owners / Holders to articulate contract scope, specification, select contracting strategies, and prepare counter estimates taking
• account of risk assessment, cost drivers, market analysis, and value optimization (including Nigerian Content) and applying lessons learnt from
• previous projects/contracts.
• Drive strong commercial influence in thinking and behavior of internal stakeholders and train stakeholders in contract development and management.
• Assess contracting risk and develop mitigation responses.
• Develop and issue contract documents incorporating general and specific terms and conditions as applicable, liaising with legal and functional
• disciplines to resolve contractual qualifications.
• Drive contract meetings and produce accurate minutes of proceedings and follow up necessary actions to ensure the contract process is satisfied in
• line with Company policies and procedures and assist in the administration of Tender Committees.
• Review, evaluate and produce recommendations for variations and claims, as well as contractual correspondence,including the structuring of cost
• forecast, non-conformances, other disputes/conflicts, and facilitate contract close out.
• Set up and maintain contract data in contract management systems tools, analyse data and prepare reports to support contract management as required.
• Actively provide advice to Contract Holder on contractual issues to ensure Company and Contractor act in accordance with the Contract.

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PURPOSE & ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Provide an independent and professional evaluation of EPC contractor Variation Requests (incl. claims), preparation of responses to contractor and submissions to Tender Board and other senior review bodies.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

• The responsibilities of the role will include, but not be limited to:
• Develop and provide opinions on entitlement and assessment of claims.
• Maintain an overview of all commercial matters (variations, claims, disputes).
• Ensure disciplined project records are maintained in a manner that supports effective claims management.
• Review / monitor correspondence, meeting minutes and progress reports for early claims signaling.
• Provide ad-hoc advice to the Project Team and the C&P function with respect to any contractual, variation or claim related matters.
• Verify quantity elements of contract VRs - measure and value the work done on-site.
• Scrutinize cost estimates and prepare company estimates.
• Coordinate variation clarification meetings between owners’ team and contractor.
• Attend contract meetings and produce accurate minutes of proceedings and follow up necessary actions to ensure the contract process is satisfied in line with Company policies and procedures.
• Provide claims and contract management awareness training.

Dimensions:

• Interface with multiple stakeholders, including Project Team, Contractors, Asset Team, and advisors as required.

JOB REQUIREMENT

Skills & Requirements:

Education

• MRICS preferred.
• A University Degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Business or Financial management or other related discipline.
• Membership of a professional body such as MIArb, MRICS, ACIPS or ISM is an advantage.

Experience.

• 10 years post graduate experience in a contract engineer, legal or QS role preferably in an Oil & Gas Engineering, Procurement and Construction
• project environment, or industry involving projects, construction, maintenance, shutdowns and facilities management.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrable experience of a variety of contract types and reimbursement mechanisms.
• Demonstrable experience in defending against claims and variations and their management.
• Excellent letter/report/analysis writing and computing skills.
• Ability to organize, plan, and strategize.
• Ability to work across international/cultural boundaries.
• Strong team player with good communications and interpersonal skills

Additional Information:

• Fluent in English, written and verbally.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• Functionally & administratively reports to: Contract Claims Lead