Bratislava, Slovakia
Seasoned contract & procurement professional having 20+ years of robust experience in managing and executing contract processes within dynamic industries. My expertise spans across contract negotiation, procurement, compliance, and administration, ensuring legal and financial integrity in all transactions. Known for my meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical skills, I have effectively streamlined contract operations, reducing costs and enhancing operational efficiency. Leading by example, I have successfully mentored teams towards achieving excellence in contract management practices, demonstrating exceptional communication and negotiation skills. My dedication to continuous improvement and strategic planning has consistently resulted in successful contract executions, fostering long-term business relationships and maximizing profitability. I possess international experience from Contractor, Client and PMC perspective as well having worked as Business Development Officer/Contract Analyst/Senior Contract Engineer/Contract Administrator in Europe, Central Asia and in the GCC countries. I speak fluently a few foreign languages and enjoy multicultural working environment, especially thanks to being exposed to colleagues from different parts of the world in my previous studies and jobs. I am looking for new challenges and projects in which I could apply my knowledge and experience. I appreciate diversity and work as a part of a team in such environment.
Soudah Peaks Project (led by Public Investment Fund) Reviewed client contracts to identify risks and to ensure conformity to client policies and procedures. Drafted contracts for large engineering/construction management projects. Proposed alternative text/clauses to client contracts, as appropriate for the client. Ensured that the contract and any changes are thoroughly reviewed for legal, risk management, and accounting issues prior to submitting to management for approval. This includes coordination with appropriate client’s business groups. Lead the efforts with coordinating, organizing, and securing change documents with Project Managers. Aided Project Team with change documents for completeness and accuracy. Lead in maintaining and managing change logs in company systems. Assisted in preparation of written communications on technical and non-technical matters for various levels of management. Provided support to project teams in tracking all management of change (MOC) related process changes.
Project Management Consultancy (PMC) for Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) Was responsible for pre-award activities including bid invitation preparation, processing queries from bidders, preparation of bid evaluation program & award formalities. Reviewed and proposes comments and alternative clauses to client contract conditions. Functioned as a part of the negotiating team to establish the terms and conditions of a contract (including FIDIC based model). Ensured documentation to negotiate change orders is properly produced and maintained. Furnished business and financial information requested by client. Identified contractual problems and took appropriate action to ensure a satisfactory resolution. Prepared letters and memos to client requesting approvals and interpretations necessary to comply with contractual provisions.
Processed requisitions for materials and services from their creation stage till contract award. Prepared and evaluated major pre-qualifications for tender participation. Developed, compiled and carried out pre-enquiries and market surveys. Conducted un-priced and priced commercial evaluation and finalized all contractual terms and conditions in order to award contracts. Negotiated terms and conditions with tenderers as well as their deviations and formulated recommendations. Participated in drafting of contract templates and procurement strategies and tactics. Contributed to vendor qualification system through research and evaluation of commodity areas. Participated in training on the job of national personnel in all aspects of contracting & tendering process.
Supported contract holder in development and application of project administration practices and assisted with issues linked with taxes, insurances, warranties, bonds, liquidated damages and penalties. Performed contract analysis in order to monitor achievement of project goals. Ensured that all aspects of contracts are complied with in an auditable manner. Guaranteed an efficient resolution of contractual issues such as variation orders and claims. Coordinated day to day contract administration activities, ensuring contractor compliance with the terms and conditions of the contract. Carried out entity assessments and recommendations to be implemented. Prepared contract close-out, contractor feedback and lessons learned report. Contributed to the implementation of procedures, work instructions and other relevant guidelines during the post award contract management stage.
Ensured effective work allocation among contract engineer group for effective processing of requisitions, commercial evaluations and definition of contractual terms and conditions. Managed all aspects relevant to contract planning, supervision, coordination and administration activities. Assisted Contracts and Procurement Manager in development of a detailed contracts plan. Wrote contract requirements in compliance with Republic of Turkmenistan legislation as well as performs and manages due diligence exercises for vendor in line with corporate policy and guidelines. Ensured proper market trend investigation and benchmarking activities. Exercises direct supervision over procurement and contracts officers. Developed, compiled, conducted and monitored pre-bids, invitations to tenders, bid openings, evaluations of proposals as well as requests for clarifications and contractual qualifications. Contacted and followed up with the State Agency to ensure adequate continuity in execution of projects, mostly related to logistics, facilities and construction, HSE, HR, business development departments. Regular visited company’s field for coordination purposes.
Examined estimates of material, equipment, and production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy. Prepared bids, process specifications, test and progress reports, and other required exhibits. Reviewed bids from other firms for conformity to contract requirements and determines acceptable bids. Negotiated contracts with customer or bidder in accordance with corporate compliance standard. Awarded and administration of contracts, including final approval of payment. Requested and approved amendments to or extensions of contracts. Advised planning and production departments of contractual rights and obligations. Compiled data for preparing estimates. Maintained contract and contractor status databases. Reviewed all correspondence concerning contractors and responds as necessary. Established and maintaining contacts with contractors to ensure smooth working of the contract awarding process. Coordinated work of sales department with production and shipping department to implement fulfillment of contracts. Served as liaison between company and subcontractors. Advised on legal compliance and regulatory issues and is in regular contact with third party due diligence body.