Contract Performance Manager
Gulf Keystone Petroleum
Total years of experience :13 years, 0 Months
• Managed and directed EPC contractors during project life cycle on a day-to-day basis
• Monitored progress, identified any issues or delays, submit daily progress report and took proactive steps to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Performed cost estimation and risk analysis to identify potential problems and mitigate any risks.
• Developed execution plans to achieve objectives of cost-efficiency, profitability, and budget control.
• Streamlined materials requisition process for engineering and construction teams, aligning delivery dates with Required-on Site dates; minimized delays, ensuring timely project completion and reduced installation costs by 10%.
• Pre-screen suppliers and service providers against a pre-determined set of criteria and get multiple quotations
• Drafting contracts, negotiating terms and conditions, and reviewing letters of credit before issuing
• Act as the focal point of contact between the contractors and company departments to address any technical or commercial issues as well as sign the contractor daily timesheet, invoices and PTW
• Maintained site quality workmanship and adhering to IFC package.
• Performed safety toolbox talks at the job site prior to work clarifying the work plan and highlight possible risks
• Ensure required PTW, confined space plans, deviations, impairment permits, etc. are in place as required
• Attended site walk with construction team, reviewed As-built drawings and prepared the punch-list accordingly
• Supervised the hydrotest activities and ensured that the recommended procedures are followed.
• Optimized Fiberspar flowline method statement through implementation of revised technique, resulted in a 20% reduction in project timeline and cost savings of $350k
• Successfully negotiated and finalized a complex EPC contract with a major client like NOC, DNO & BOC, KBR, GKPI, BGC, HKN, ENI, etc. resulting in a cost savings of 15% and improved contract terms that reduced potential legal risks
• Provided local support and leadership, including but not limited to submitting shipping documents to the bank, expediting the release of the outstanding payments, customs clearance, processing the customs exemption letter, and tax clearance to achieve the targeted KPI.
• Prepared shipping documents (CI, PL, COO, Insurance Certificate, Bill of Lading, and TPI Certificate) as per LC requirements and followed up the legalization process at the country of origin.
• Identified resources required, selected appropriate project personnel, and assigned individual responsibilities.
• Timely reporting and assist in investigation of all HSE incidents including identifying corrective actions
• Developed, maintained, and monitored a detailed scheduling of the project as per contracted milestones
• Ensured the safe execution of the work following client Safe Work Practices
• Managed QAQC and logistical activities. Evaluated the variation and EOT claims.
• Developed pricing strategies based on cost and market trends to ensure optimal margins.
• In the pre-bid phase, conducted site visit to help customers in finding proper solutions and influence the
specifications in the company’s favor
• During the bid cycle, led the review of customer bid documents ITTs, identified the vendors and floated the RFQ
• Coordinated internal and external resources for proposal writing and development
• Conducted market analysis of the Kurdistan Region (north of Iraq) to identify potential opportunities and registered the company with the Ministry of Natural Resources. Successfully secured many contracts with a gross value of $25 million within three years.
• Attended many factory acceptance tests in USA, China and India to ensure the test carried out as per the agreed ITP resulted in the rectification of numerous unwanted punch points prior delivery
• Developed and implemented project plans, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and objectives were met
• Coordinated with stakeholders, vendors, and internal teams to ensure successful project completion
• Monitored project progress and provided regular updates to stakeholders
• Prepared detailed financial reports to track project budgets and allocated resources accordingly
Final Average Score: 86.86%
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