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The Contract Manager is responsible for overseeing the full contract lifecycle for projects within the oil and gas and energy sectors, from initial drafting to close-out.
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Nigeria, working closely with project management, procurement, legal, and finance teams.
Day-to-day activities include preparing, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and service agreements, ensuring compliance with company policies, local regulations, and industry standards.
The role involves monitoring contract performance, managing variations and claims, tracking milestones and deliverables, and maintaining accurate contract documentation.
The Contract Manager will also support risk assessments, participate in tender and bid processes, provide guidance to internal stakeholders on contract terms, and help resolve contract-related issues with customers, suppliers, and partners.

Bachelor’s degree in law, business, engineering, or a related field; professional certifications in contract management or project management are an advantage.
6-7 years experience as a contract manager in the oil and gas, energy, or industrial engineering sectors, with familiarity with EPC and maintenance project environments.
Strong contract management skills, including drafting, review, negotiation, and administration of commercial and technical agreements.
Knowledge of Nigerian regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices related to contracts, compliance, and risk management.
Proficiency in using standard office productivity tools and contract management software to track contract status, obligations, and documentation.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to interpret complex terms and conditions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging effectively with external partners.
Proven organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple contracts, deadlines, and priorities in a fast-paced setting.
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