Prime Contract Manager

Hatch • Lima, LIM, PE • 1w ago

Requisition ID: 96238

Job Category: Commercial; Project Management

Location: Lima, LIM, Peru

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Looking to take the next step in your career?Hatchis currently seeking a highly motivated Prime Contract Manager to join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) in Lima.

Responsible for managing, coordinating and administering Hatch contract commercial activities within large Clients’ projects with the aim to safeguard Clients’ assets through proper Prime Contract Management.

Minimize project risks through active analysis and application of commercial and contract management best practices. Administrate commercial agreements including sub-contracts for Hatch and Joint Venture partners.

As the successful candidate, you will:

Contract Execution (Post-Award) Stage:

Participate in the transition phase from the formation to the project execution phase o Establish proper commercial governance and Prime Contract management structure for each large project depending on the complexity of each project and structure of Prime Contract including other relevant agreements such as joint venture and consortium agreements

Pro-actively manage all aspects of the Prime Contract including analysis of cost, schedule and commercial risks and implement measures to mitigate and manage adverse impacts on the project and business case

Implement the agreed contract payment terms and conditions into ‘Invoicing Guidelines’ o Ensure proper project set up and reflection of contract payment terms into existing Hatch systems

Implement Prime Contract pricing and inflationary adjustments during all project phases o Develop, with the Project Manager, the contractual relationships with sub-contractors o Review the commercial terms and conditions under sub-contracts such that they consider, where appropriate, Prime Contract liabilities, project insurance, cash flow and other payment related issues

Implement change management strategy working with the Project Manager and Controls

Manager o Monitor and coordinate the Prime Contract amendments o Coordinate all Client commercial communications o Track letters of credit/letters of guarantee and insurance certificates issued by Hatch in favour of Clients

Review insurance policies provided by Clients for compliance with the Prime Contract insurance requirements

Lead any claims and dispute resolution process

Contract Closeout Stage:

Issuance of final invoices, adjustments, account closeout and collection of outstanding payments

Resolution of outstanding contractual disputes o Coordination of final certificates and releases of performance bonds, letters of guarantee, release of liens, etc.

You bring to the role:

University degree at Bachelor or Master’s level in Engineering or Business Administration

At least five to ten years’ experience in project management and contract management in similar industry. At least 3 years on international projects
PMP certification

Ability to function well in a team environment

Self-driven and quick to deliver

Excellent analytical skills

Experience in managing multi discipline tasks

Experience in leadership, management and administrative processes

Strong customer/client focus

Strong negotiation skills

Well-developed written and oral communication.

Preferred

Knowledge of project management in industries such as mining and metals, Infrastructure, and energy

Experience in large EPCM, EPC, EP, PMC, Design-Build

Knowledge in contracts law or finance

Familiar with FIDIC white and yellow contracts

Why join us?

Work with great people to make a difference
Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
Top employer

What we offer you?

Flexible work environment
Long term career development
Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.