CONTRACT MANAGER

Job Description : CONTRACT MANAGER NIGERIA Role & responsibilities Lead the preparation, review, negotiation, and administration of EPC, EPCIC, service, procurement, and subcontract agreements. Develop contract strategies that support project objectives and commercial goals. Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and applicable Nigerian laws and regulations. Review tender documents, evaluate commercial risks, and provide recommendations before contract award. Coordinate pre-award and post-award contract activities. Monitor contractor and subcontractor performance against contractual requirements. Manage contract changes, variations, extension of time (EOT), and claims. Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks. Prepare contractual correspondence with clients, vendors, and subcontractors. Maintain contract registers, documentation, and reporting systems. Work closely with Legal, Procurement, Finance, Project Controls, and Engineering teams to resolve contractual issues. Support dispute avoidance and dispute resolution through negotiation and documentation. Ensure compliance with HSE, quality, and corporate governance requirements. Provide commercial advice to project management throughout the project lifecycle. Develop and implement contract management procedures, templates, and best practices. Mentor and supervise Contracts Engineers and Contracts Administrators. Prepare periodic commercial and contract performance reports for management. Preferred candidate profile Bachelor's degree Engineering, Commercial Management, or a related discipline. 1015 years of experience in contract management within the Oil & Gas or EPC/EPCIC industry Proven experience managing high-value contracts for upstream, midstream, or downstream projects. Strong background in contract negotiation, commercial management, claims, and dispute resolution.

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