Contract Specialist - RAK

About Worley

Worley is a global leader in energy, chemicals, and resource expertise with headquarters in Australia. We collaborate with clients throughout the lifecycle of their assets, providing consulting, engineering, procurement, and construction services, extending through operations and decommissioning. Utilizing extensive industry experience and AI-driven delivery methods, we help customers manage complexities and transition towards sustainable solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Organize post-award contract kickoff meetings by preparing agendas, coordinating participants, issuing minutes, and monitoring contractual action items.
• Support the preparation, management, distribution, and archiving of conformed Contract Documents corresponding to the Notice of Award.
• Oversee, review, and manage securities, bank guarantees, bonds, and insurance certificates; liaise with Finance for original document handling and maintain contract records.
• Maintain comprehensive registers and trackers for schedules, contractor deliverables, baseline programs, and critical contract dates; assist in compliance reviews for Project Execution Plans and related sub-plans.
• Handle subcontractor approval submissions, collect supporting documents, and track Employer approvals before subcontractor engagement.
• Maintain Technical Query (TQ) logs by recording contractor inquiries, coordinating responses, and facilitating controlled information release to prevent unintended contract changes.
• Aggregate and track contractor progress reports and performance metrics to assist with contract monitoring and reporting obligations.
• Coordinate quality-related documentation such as Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), inspection records, and expediting updates in collaboration with QA and Expediting teams.
• Assist in reviewing and processing contractor progress claims ensuring accuracy, contract compliance, and timely submission for approval and payment.
• Maintain claims and variation logs, compile supporting documentation, and aid the Contract Manager in evaluating, negotiating, and finalizing claims and variations.
• Support contract administration during construction phases including conducting site meetings, tracking instructions, dayworks, extras, and following up on actions.
• Assist with insurance and incident claim administration by managing documentation, cost tracking, and coordinating with insurers as required.
• Support interim completion processes, mechanical completion, turnover, defects liability management, and preparing final release and contract close-out documents.
• Maintain lessons learned records throughout the contract's lifecycle and support close-out reporting.

Qualifications

• A degree in Business, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in contract administration within EPCM or large-scale capital projects.
• Excellent written communication skills, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Culture and Growth

Worley encourages an energized and empowered workforce focused on achieving sustainable impact. We foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, connection, and innovation, ensuring everyone feels welcomed, valued, and heard. We actively reskill our employees to assist their transition into expertise in low-carbon energy infrastructure and technology. At Worley, there are opportunities to develop your career and contribute to driving sustainable change.