·        Responsible for Pre & Post award activities of contracting process – for major EPC projects

·        Provide contractual guidance /specialist advise to sponsoring departments related to the tender plan, contracting strategy, risks, contract type

·        Develop and Review of scope / Compensation / evaluation criteria to ensure completeness, clarity, fill gaps, and to mitigate risks;

·        Arrange and participate tender review , strategic & progress meetings between stakeholders

·        Liaise with finance, legal, insurance experts during tender preparation for any customization

·        Preparation and issuance of invitation to tender Packages / tender addendums / clarifications

·        Arrange and conduct mid tender meetings / site visits, focal point during tendering process

·        Facilitate and conduct overall tender evaluation process during technical / commercial evaluation / negotiation / clarification meetings

·        Manage overall tendering process as focal point from tender initiation through contract award

·        Preparation and presentation of evaluation findings, recommendations covering tendering activities and contract award to appropriate tender level committees

·        Preparation and issuance of Letter of Award, compilation  of contract documents for signature

·        Liaise with other departments to conclude contract execution

·        Conduct Kick off meetings; receive contractual submittals such as bonds and insurances

·        Review of Post award contract administration of change orders / amendments

·        Direct and advice to ensure full compliance with corporate procurement policies & procedures

·        Participate in continuous improvement processes and develop new formats/procedures

·        Delegation of authority as Head of Contracts, mentoring & training national employees