SURF Contract Engineer

As an EPC Contract Engineer – SURF , you will be responsible for the contractual and commercial management of EPC contracts , particularly those related to Subsea Umbilicals, Risers and Flowlines (SURF) , throughout the tendering, execution and close-out phases. The project involves a brownfield investment exceeding USD 2 billion , with individual contracts valued at over USD 500 million . Reporting to the Contract Leader and Package Manager , your main responsibilities will include: Manage EPC contracts throughout their entire lifecycle, from tender preparation and contract award to execution and close-out.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate Calls for Tender (CFT) , including tender documentation, technical specifications, contractual requirements and commercial evaluations.
• Lead contractual clarification and negotiation processes , assess commercial proposals and prepare Recommendations to Award.
• Administer high-value SURF EPC contracts , ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, project procedures and applicable regulations.
• Manage change orders, variations, claims and counterclaims , ensuring contractual and commercial risks are identified and mitigated.
• Monitor contractor performance , contractual milestones, progress, payment certificates and invoices in coordination with Planning Engineers and Cost Controllers.
• Support cost control activities , including contract expenditure monitoring, cost forecasting and budget revisions.
• Participate in contractual negotiations and dispute resolution , working closely with legal, insurance, finance and technical teams.
• Coordinate with Package Managers, contractors and project stakeholders , ensuring effective contractual communication and reporting.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks associated with package interfaces, offshore operations and simultaneous operations (SIMOPS).
• Ensure accurate contractual records , documentation, correspondence and reporting throughout project execution.
• Manage contract close-out activities , ensuring all contractual and commercial obligations are fulfilled.
• Promote compliance with HSE standards , ethical practices and contractual governance requirements.

Requirements

• Strong analytical thinking and contractual problem-solving abilities.

Education

& Experience Minimum 10 years of professional experience , with significant exposure to EPC contract management. Degree in Engineering, Law or Management / Business Administration . Strong experience managing EPC contracts related to SURF packages (Subsea Umbilicals, Risers and Flowlines) . Proven involvement in both CFT / tendering and EPC execution phases . Experience managing international contracts involving major Oil & Gas contractors . Previous experience in offshore brownfield projects is highly advantageous. Experience with Topsides and Subsea Production Systems (SPS) is considered an asset. Previous involvement in multi-package, multi-block or multi-project contracts would be beneficial. Technical Competencies Excellent knowledge of EPC contractual mechanisms , contract administration and commercial management. Strong negotiation skills , including contractual wording, claims management and change order procedures. Good understanding of SURF packages, offshore construction and Oil & Gas operations . Knowledge of contractual risk management, cost control and project budgeting . Familiarity with legal, insurance and taxation aspects of international EPC contracts. Understanding of brownfield offshore environments and SIMOPS constraints .

Languages

& Soft Skills Fluent French and English are mandatory , both written and spoken. Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment . Strong sense of responsibility, confidentiality and commercial awareness.

Industry: Offshore Oil & Gas / EPC / Subsea Project: Major offshore brownfield development in Angola Location: Paris, France Working Schedule: Resident, full-time Starting Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 12 months, renewable Candidate Origin: EU and international profiles considered Languages: French and English mandatory Travel: Potential international business trips depending on project requirements Join IOTA GROUP and contribute to a major international offshore development project, managing complex EPC contracts within a technically challenging SURF and brownfield environment.

IOTA GROUP is an international company specialising in technical assistance and recruitment solutions for major projects in the Oil & Gas, Energy, and Industrial sectors . As part of a major offshore Oil & Gas brownfield development project in Angola , we are looking for an experienced EPC Contract Engineer – SURF to join one of our international partners. The position is based in Paris, France , and involves managing high-value EPC contracts within a complex offshore environment.