JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is currently recruiting for a Contract Administrator to join its Singapore business unit, focusing on supporting project teams with contractual interpretation for a Major Onshore Brownfield project in Basra, Iraq.
This is a full-time onsite position in Basra, Iraq, with travel requirement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is currently recruiting for a Contract Administrator to join its Singapore business unit, focusing on supporting project teams with contractual interpretation Major Onshore Brownfield project in Basra, Iraq.

This is a full-time onsite position in Basra, Iraq, with travel requirement.

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The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contract Administrator to join our Singapore Business Unit.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90-year heritage, 10 major contracts and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise and asset knowledge to support clients to deliver energy security and decarbonisation ambitions.

Wood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq delivering maintenance, modifications and engineering solutions. We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long-term growth of the region.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment.
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Job Purpose

The role ensures compliance with contract terms, supports project teams with contractual interpretation, manages variation claims, and maintains proper documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Review, interpret, and administer contracts and service agreements.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations from both contractor and client sides.
• Develop and maintain contract registers, tracking key milestones, deliverables, and obligations.
• Monitor contract performance and highlight risks, deviations, or potential breaches.
• Prepare, negotiate, and process variations, change orders, and amendments.
• Support in the development of claims and counterclaims with proper documentation.
• Ensure timely submission of invoices, variation requests, and contractual notices.
• Identify contractual risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards.
• Support internal and external audits related to contract activities.
• Deep understanding of contract terms, conditions, and commercial obligations.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, service-level agreements, and pricing structures.

QUALIFICATIONS

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected:

• 15+ years of contract administration experience, with at least 5 years in Oil & Gas O&M projects.
• Strong understanding of EPC, O&M, and service contracts in the energy sector.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; SAP/Oracle/Maximo ERP knowledge is an advantage.

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.