Director I, Prime Contract Mgmt

Fluor•Hawesville, KY

1d•$139,000 - $258,000

About The Position

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role. The purpose of this position is to perform the essential prime contract management job duties and functions as listed below with the overall objective of establishing an execution framework on the project that complies with the contract and ensures the safety, quality, value, timeliness, and Fluor profitability of the completed project.

Requirements

Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and eighteen (18) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to twenty-two (22) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and regulations
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Nice To Haves

Accredited degree (or global equivalent) in business, law, engineering, construction management or cost engineering or equivalent experience
Advanced degree or certification in Construction Law / Contract Management profession a plus
Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience in engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) project management /contract management
Project or area management experience in a multinational business environment and diverse cultural environments is recommended
Demonstration of successful performance as project manager on a minimum of two (2) medium to large sized projects or multiple project assignments in a significant role on large to very large sized EPFC/CM projects is recommended
Completion of all required in-house project management courses in addition to courses obtained from university or other qualified sources
Requires a comprehensive knowledge of industry business practices and management of contracts, subcontracts and the procurement process
Experience in contracts law, contract drafting, administration and negotiation of change orders, pricing of changes and delays, planning, and scheduling
Proficiency in the formation, management and administration of prime contracts
Strong written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills
Strong negotiation and issue resolution skills
Strong relationship and team building skills
Strong training, mentoring, and facilitation skills
Project Controls and Finance knowledge is recommended, including understanding of: o Scheduling (including manpower loading) o Progress measurement o Risk assessment and management o Code of accounts o Work breakdown structure o Change management o Cost control o Estimating process and planning o Global Pricing Model (GPM), Project Status Review (PSR) and Project Margin Analysis Report (PMAR) development and reporting
Ability to set and maintain high standards of self-performance with responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments and tasks
Mobility ‐ for example, relocating to site locations

Responsibilities

Serve as subject matter expert in Prime Contract Management
Coordinate with the Law Department and Insurance and Risk Management Group to obtain and provide information regarding commercial issues as well as coordinate with Project Controls and Project Business Services on commercial issues
Lead effort to timely manage and administer the Prime Contract in conjunction with the Project Director and Law Department during the life of the contract; includes participating in the proposal strategy sessions, prime contract review, joint venture and/or contract partnering, and risk assessment process prior to prime contract execution
Oversee the creation and review of formal project correspondence with clients and others to ensure Fluor’s rights are protected and that it is consistent with the terms of the prime contract
Oversee disputed change management and claims resolution efforts
Support negotiations that lead to contract Change Orders / Variations
Provide ongoing training in the various aspects of prime contract management to project managers and to other key members of project teams to address prime contract management principles, subcontract formation and administration, identification, preparation and resolution of claims
Work with Construction, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, The Law Department, and Insurance and Risk Management to assist in facilitating organizational interfaces between those performing subcontract formation and administration
Ensure compliance to applicable Fluor Practices
Maintain knowledge bank of Fluor Prime Contract Management Practices
Provide specialized trouble-shooting to projects
Participate in Fluor University®
Utilize Knowledge Management processes to capture, support, and leverage relevant knowledge to enhance project execution
Participate in sales and marketing efforts
Other duties as assigned