Contracts Manager

Location:

Singapore, SG

Requisition ID: 1432

Hanwha Ocean is undergoing a transformative journey, evolving from a traditional shipbuilder into a comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Operation (EPCI(O)) solutions provider. Our portfolio now spans FPSO, FLNG, offshore renewables, floating production units, as well as major developments across onshore energy and infrastructure sectors.

This strategic expansion strengthens our ability to deliver exceptional project execution by seamlessly integrating the energy and infrastructure cultures of Asia and America across a diverse set of emerging markets and verticals. By expanding into onshore power plants, including gas-based and combined-cycle facilities, as well as onshore and offshore wind projects, in addition to our established offshore capabilities, we further broaden our commitment to providing world-class, end-to-end energy solutions.

Explore opportunities to be part of our dynamic team at the Energy Plant Unit and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine the onshore and offshore industry.

Position Overview The Contract Manager (CM) is responsible for managing client contracts, subcontracts, and coordination with Client Contracts Manager and with the respective Project Director. This includes managing high-risk and large-scale contracts and subcontracts, as well as supporting complex commercial negotiations during the tender, project execution, and operations phases. In general, during the bid phase, the CM provides counsel and guidance to the Business Development / Business Acquisition (BA/BD) and Project Management Team (PMT) with their contractual, commercial, and technical expertise to offer the necessary directions for key decision making. During the execution phase, the CM effectively manages de day-to-day contractual issues, including notifications, variation orders, claims in close coordination with the Project Director and other team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage pre-qualification and RFQs for the client contract and respective subcontracts. Provide consultation of post-award client contract management with the Project Management Team (PMT), including handling insurances, guarantees, security, and contract notices, amendments, change requests, warranty claims, variation orders, and contract closeout.
• Collaborate with the PMT to develop and maintain subcontracting strategies, plans, and procedures.
• Support Supply Chain Management in negotiating purchase order terms and resolving claims.
• Promote high-quality cooperation and teamwork. Contribute to a positive work environment by embracing diversity. Build diverse teams and value their varied approaches. Collaborate to achieve organizational goals and foster transparency across teams and regions.
• Observe and comply with EPU general terms and conditions for placement and control of contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
• Define and maintain generic contract and subcontract templates.
• Draft, review, and incorporate Client Contract flowdowns to Supply Chain agreements.
• Prepare and maintain the Contracts Management working procedures, including Contract Management Plan
• Provide commercial and contractual assistance to Supply Chain Management in placing purchase orders.
• Observe the overall contracting and negotiation strategy as provided by BA/BD and the Commercial departments.
• Support BA/BD on drafting contractual clarifications to Client.
• Support BA/BD efforts on insurance and bank guarantee requirements with the Legal team.
• Ensure close collaboration with EPU Legal in the enforcement and utilization of standardized notices, contracts and amendments.
• Support and participate in developing contracting strategies and exhibits, preparing sub-contracts, in support of the tendering and award process.
• Monitor performance and compliance with contractual requ