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Sr. Contracts & Procurement Specialist
Leading global energy company focused on major capital projects developing a portfolio of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects focused on major capital projects.
Location: Tysons, VA
Summary:
- The primary purpose of this role is to act as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, providing expert support to the Contracts & Procurement (C&P) Lead by leading or contributing to key elements of C&P deliverables like developing contract strategies, tenders, contract execution, delivery, and close-out, with a focus on cost management, value optimization, and proactive liability management.
Job Duties
- Senior Quantity Surveyor Specific Responsibilities: Perform comprehensive and accurate quantity take-offs from 2D and 3D design models, technical drawings, specifications, and other relevant documentation.
- Utilize advanced industry-standard quantity take-off software such as Bluebeam Revu, OnX, or similar platforms.
- Extract and analyze material dimensions, specifications, and quantities with meticulous attention to detail and adherence to best practices.
- Apply industry knowledge and expertise to account for hidden elements, waste factors, and unforeseen circumstances while performing take-offs.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure take-offs reflect project requirements and specifications accurately.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive take-off databases for efficient estimating and cost control.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through alternative materials, optimized designs, and efficient construction methods informed by accurate take-offs.
- Prepare, analyze, and review cost estimates and budgets for projects throughout the lifecycle, from scoping to closeout, leveraging precise quantities obtained from take-offs.
- Quantify and value variations to contracts, ensuring accurate costing and timely claims resolution, based on documented take-offs.
- Liability Management Responsibilities: Proactively identify and assess potential liabilities arising from contracts with the Construction Manager, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Possess deep understanding and interpretation of complex construction contracts, including clauses related to risk allocation, warranties, guarantees, and limitations of liability.
- Negotiate contract terms and conditions to mitigate potential liabilities and secure favorable financial terms for the company.
- Monitor project execution for adherence to contractual obligations and specifications, identifying potential breaches and deviations that could lead to liabilities.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of contract administration, variations, claims, and other relevant activities, ensuring proper audit trails and evidence in case of disputes.
- Collaborate with legal and claims professionals to develop robust defense strategies against potential claims and disputes.
- Implement effective risk management strategies to minimize liabilities throughout the project lifecycle.
- General Responsibilities: Support in the development of robust contract strategies for projects in coordination with the Projects team.
- Develop, coordinate, and evaluate tender packages for Works, Capital Equipment, and services.
- Negotiate contract terms and conditions to support project schedule and budget.
- Conduct sourcing activities in accordance with established Project Controls and Contracts and Procurement policies and procedures.
- Develop well-written, well-structured procurement documentation that supports the project requirements.
- Support/Lead on proactive performance and relationship management as well as dispute avoidance. Where necessary, dispute resolution including claims assessment and development of resolution strategy.
- Identify and maximize cost saving opportunities.
- Provide reports, analyses, and advice to support procurement decision-making, focusing on cost implications, value analysis, and liability management strategies.
- Identify and evaluate key risks at a contract formation and seek input from other functions as appropriate (e.g. technical, legal etc.).
- Maintain and update procurement records and generate reports on procurement and contract activity to meet organizational compliance requirements and provide access to procurement information.
- Contract administration to support execution, including correspondence, contract notices, claims assessment, cost control measures, and proactive liability management initiatives.
- Work as part of the team to deliver value through competitive sourcing and effective contract management.
Job Requirements
- 10+ years of experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Commercial Construction industries.
- Strong understanding of construction contracts, pricing, cost management principles, and liabilities.
- Proven ability to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and proactively manage liabilities.
- Experience in preparing and managing claims and variations.
- Excellent analytical, research, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment across multiple projects.
- Proficiency in using industry-standard quantity take-off software (e.g., Bluebeam Revu, OnX).
- Familiarity with common design and drawing formats (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit).
- Experience with building codes and standards relevant to the industry (Not 100% required, but if they have this, then great)
Physical requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
About Teal Energi:
TealEnergi is a technical manpower provider with extensive experience supporting the successful execution and operation of major capital project investments. Forged through a desire to provide best-in-class service to clients, candidates, and contractors alike, TealEnergi works through its offices nationwide to provide regional support to a wide range of sectors including both traditional energy and energy transition initiatives (e.g., LNG, hydrogen, wind, solar), as well as manufacturing, mining, and infrastructure.
TealEnergi is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, disability, ethnicity, gender or gender identity, language, national origin, physical or mental ability, political affiliation, religion, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.
