Contracts and Costs Specialist at Dover Engineering Limited

Dover Engineering, a subsidiary of the Dover Group, is a leading engineering company with experience in delivering swift, cost-effective, and innovative solutions to clients across various industries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Contracts and Costs Specialist

Location: Rivers

Job Summary

• The Contracts and Costs Specialist will be responsible for contract management, cost control, and financial oversight of fabric maintenance projects.
• This role ensures that contracting strategies, procurement processes, and cost management frameworks align with corporate policies, budgetary constraints, and international best practices.
• The specialist will oversee contract administration, cost estimation, budget tracking, and financial reporting, ensuring cost efficiency and risk mitigation across all fabric maintenance and revamp activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support in the development, reviewing, and bid stages up to contract award
• Ensure effective contract execution by monitoring contractor performance, deliverables, and  adherence to SLAs.
• Maintain accurate records of contract approvals, change orders, and financial transactions.
• Track and report KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) related to contract compliance, cost  efficiency, and financial performance.
• Conduct audits, cost reviews and financial reconciliations to prevent cost overrun and  contractual disputes.
• Support in contract amendments, claims, variations, and dispute resolution processes.
• Develop cost estimates, budgets, and financial forecasts for maintenance projects.
• Prepare budgetary reports, cash flow projections, and financial performance summaries.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Sciences, or Engineering.
• 3 years' experience in contract management, cost control, within the LNG, oil & gas, energy or  manufacturing sector.
• Knowledge of Nigerian local content policies (NCDMB), and applicable contracting provisions.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.
• Understanding of contract drafting, cost estimation, financial planning, and vendor  negotiations.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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