Senior Contract Engineer

Reporting to the C&P Manager , with functional oversight from the Project Director , the Senior Contract Engineer will be responsible for managing complex contracts and supporting project teams on all contractual and procurement matters.

Responsibilities

• Develop and recommend appropriate contracting and procurement strategies in coordination with project engineering teams.
• Manage the complete Call for Tender (CFT) process , including tender documentation, supplier selection, evaluation criteria and tender issuance.
• Conduct commercial and contractual bid evaluations , lead negotiations and prepare Recommendations to Award (RTA).
• Identify, assess and mitigate contractual and commercial risks throughout the procurement and contract lifecycle.
• Select and implement appropriate contractual frameworks, including FIDIC and bespoke contracts .
• Provide contractual support to Project Engineers during contract execution, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Monitor contractor performance, contractual deliverables, milestones and commitments.
• Manage contract amendments, variations, change orders and renewal processes .
• Evaluate and manage contractor claims , coordinating with Legal, Insurance, Finance and project management teams.
• Support the resolution of contractual disputes and participate in negotiations and settlement discussions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract registers , documentation and reporting.
• Ensure proper contract close-out , including the resolution of outstanding contractual obligations.
• Use corporate C&P tools and systems, including SAP and ARIBA , in compliance with internal procedures.
• Support the onboarding and training of newly recruited C&P personnel.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Engineering, Procurement, Contract Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• 10–15 years of professional experience in Contracts & Procurement, including at least 2 years in technical contract management .
• Proven experience in contract and subcontract administration within complex industrial or energy projects.
• Previous international experience is mandatory .
• Experience supporting operational activities and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, bespoke contractual frameworks and contract administration .
• Demonstrated expertise in claims evaluation, change orders, contractual negotiations and dispute resolution .
• Advanced knowledge of Contracts & Procurement processes and tools, with relevant certification.
• Familiarity with SAP, ARIBA and contract management systems.
• Excellent contract negotiation and commercial management skills .
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and contractual risk assessment capabilities.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with engineering, procurement, legal, finance and management stakeholders.
• Strong planning, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex contracts simultaneously.
• Proven ability to train and support junior or newly recruited C&P personnel.
• Fluent English , both written and spoken, is required.
• Position: Senior Contract Engineer Location: Maputo, Mozambique Work Arrangement: Resident position Industry: Energy / Oil & Gas Reporting Line: C&P Manager / Project Director Contract Portfolio: Approximately 5–15 contracts managed annually Individual Contract Values: USD 2 million to USD 150 million International Experience: Mandatory English Proficiency: Required
• We are seeking an experienced Senior Contract Engineer to support a major international project in the Energy and Oil & Gas sector , based in Maputo, Mozambique . The successful candidate will join the Contracts & Procurement (C&P) team and provide contractual and procurement expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from initial contracting strategy and tendering to contract execution, claims management and close-out.