Contract Manager – Oil & Gas (Subsea & Offshore)
Location: Perth CBD + Hybrid Work From Home
Contract Length: Minimum 3 Years
Sector: Drilling & Decommissioning
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to take a lead role supporting a major oil and gas client across an extensive program of offshore drilling and decommissioning activities. This is a long‑term engagement (minimum three years) suited to a senior professional with deep subsea and offshore contracting experience.
You will oversee the full contract lifecycle for complex, high‑value scopes of work, ensuring commercial integrity, compliance, and delivery performance across a multi‑year operations environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the negotiation, development, and administration of major contracts supporting offshore drilling and decommissioning programs.
- Provide strategic commercial advice to project teams, senior stakeholders, and client representatives.
- Manage contract performance, variations, claims, and contractor relationships to support safe, timely, and cost‑effective delivery.
- Ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practice.
- Drive continuous improvement across contracting and procurement processes.
- Represent the commercial function across internal and external meetings, steering committees, and operational reviews.
About You
To be successful, you will bring:
- Proven experience as a Contract Manager within oil & gas, specifically across subsea, offshore drilling, or decommissioning environments.
- Strong knowledge of contract law, commercial frameworks, and offshore contracting models.
- Demonstrated capability managing complex, multi‑year contracts with major service providers.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously while contributing to high‑performing project teams.
- Perth‑based, with the flexibility to work from both Perth CBD offices and home.
What We Offer
- Long‑term engagement with a leading oil and gas operator.
- High‑impact role with influence across major offshore projects.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
- Competitive remuneration aligned to experience.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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