Director Contract Management
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Job Description
Fluor is seeking a Director, Contract Management for future opportunities.
This position provides leadership and oversight for all contract management activities on large, complex, and strategically important projects. The successful candidate will apply extensive industry knowledge and commercial expertise to support project execution, manage contractual risk, and ensure effective contract administration throughout the project lifecycle.
The Director, Contract Management serves as a key advisor to project and company leadership and is responsible for developing and overseeing contracting strategies, contract execution, contract administration, and closeout activities across major projects.
Contingent Position
This requisition is being maintained to identify potential candidates for future opportunities. By applying, you will be considered for upcoming openings that match your skills and experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all contract management activities from pre-award through post-award and contract closeout in accordance with the Project Execution Plan (PEP) and Project Procedures Manual (PPM).
- Direct contract management activities for large engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/EPFCM) projects.
- Develop, approve, and implement contract and sourcing strategies that support project and business objectives.
- Oversee the preparation, evaluation, negotiation, award, administration, and closeout of contracts.
- Ensure the quality and completeness of Request for Proposal (RFP) packages and contractual documentation.
- Protect Fluor's interests by identifying and mitigating contractual and commercial risks, enforcing warranty provisions, and providing guidance to project contract management teams.
- Review and approve contract awards within delegated authority limits.
- Provide regular reporting to project, department, and company leadership regarding contractual performance, risks, opportunities, and overall project health.
- Develop and maintain contract management staffing plans to support successful project execution.
- Manage interfaces and collaboration with Project Management, Construction, Project Controls, Quality, Safety, Finance, Procurement, and Client representatives.
- Oversee claims management, back-charge administration, and dispute avoidance activities.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Contract Management function.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
- Support the development and execution of negotiation strategies throughout all contract phases.
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for contract management and commercial matters.
- Lead functional improvements and drive best practices across contract management activities.
- Implement contract management processes aimed at minimizing disputes and avoiding claims.
- Support the development of project-specific Contracting Strategies.
- Participate in and lead contract management audits, reviews, and assessments.
Basic Job Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree, or global equivalent, in Business, Law, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in contract management, commercial management, or a related field, including leadership responsibilities on large capital projects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Willingness to travel and work at project locations when required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience developing and negotiating contract terms and conditions for professional services, engineering, construction, and industrial contracts under lump sum, unit price, and reimbursable compensation models.
- Strong understanding of commercial contracting principles, risk management practices, and legal terms and conditions.
- Experience leading the development, administration, and management of multi-million euro (or equivalent) contracts and procurement activities on large industrial projects.
- Extensive knowledge of engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction project delivery environments.
- Proven ability to structure and administer a variety of compensation arrangements, including reimbursable cost, lump sum, and unit price contracts.
- Experience in change management, claims evaluation, claims resolution, and commercial negotiations.
- Experience developing project-specific contract terms and conditions through the effective flow-down of prime contract requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement contract strategies that support successful project execution and risk mitigation.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and influence stakeholders across multiple project disciplines and organizational levels.
What Fluor Can Offer
- The opportunity to contribute to some of the industry's most challenging and complex projects.
- A diverse, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
- An international and dynamic workplace with opportunities to work across Fluor's global operations.
- Professional development and continuous learning opportunities through both internal and external training programs.
- A culture focused on safety, integrity, innovation, and excellence.
- Long-term career growth within a global organization.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.