Subcontracts Supervisor

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  Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Law, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree is considered an asset).
Minimum 5-10 years of experience in contracts management within EPC / construction / energy / infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on subcontractor (downstream) contracts. Proven experience in drafting, negotiating, and administering subcontracts, including handling variations, claims, and dispute resolution. Solid understanding of contractual frameworks (e.g. NEC, FIDIC or equivalent) and commercial terms in large-scale projects. Demonstrated ability to manage the full subcontract lifecycle, from tendering and award through to close-out. Strong knowledge of commercial risk management, cost control principles, and contractual entitlements. Experience working in multinational, cross-functional project environments, collaborating with Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Legal teams. Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to operate in fast-paced, site-based environments with multiple subcontractors and tight deadlines. Proficiency in contract management systems and MS Office tools (experience with ERP systems is an asset). Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus depending on project location).