Head of Contract

About the role

Airswift is looking for a Head of Contract to lead the contract sub‑team for a multi‑billion EPCC project with a major oil & gas client in Qatar. The role is pivotal for safe, on‑time and on‑budget project delivery and will help build a Centre of Expertise for major projects.

Key responsibilities

• Provide commercial and contracting direction for the EPCC contract from post‑award through close‑out.
• Develop and execute the Value Protection plan and manage change orders to maximise value.
• Work with supply functions to prevent and resolve claims and disputes in line with company governance.
• Maintain strong relationships with legal, risk, and functional managers to mitigate contract issues.
• Design post‑award contract management strategies and scenarios for the overall project.
• Coordinate contract evaluations and end‑of‑contract close‑outs following company procedures.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law or Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years experience on multi‑billion lump‑sum major energy projects (post‑award).
• Background as a Project Manager, Construction Manager or Project Control Manager is acceptable.

Required skills

• Contract Evaluation
• Claims Management
• Contract Management
• Change Order Management
• Risk Management

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a high‑visibility contract team on a flagship oil & gas project.
• Collaboration with global experts in supply, procurement and digital transformation.
• Competitive compensation package aligned with senior‑level responsibilities.