IOTA GROUP is an international company specialising in technical assistance and recruitment solutions for major projects in the Oil & Gas, Energy, and Industrial sectors. As part of a major offshore Oil & Gas brownfield development project in Angola, we are looking for an experienced EPC Contract Engineer – SURF to join one of our international partners. The position is based in Paris, France, and involves managing high-value EPC contracts within a complex offshore environment. As an EPC Contract Engineer – SURF, you will be responsible for the contractual and commercial management of EPC contracts, particularly those related to Subsea Umbilicals, Risers and Flowlines (SURF), throughout the tendering, execution and close-out phases. The project involves a brownfield investment exceeding USD 2 billion, with individual contracts valued at over USD 500 million. Reporting to the Contract Leader and Package Manager, your main responsibilities will include: • Manage EPC contracts throughout their entire lifecycle, from tender preparation and contract award to execution and close-out. • Prepare and coordinate Calls for Tender (CFT), including tender documentation, technical specifications, contractual requirements and commercial evaluations. • Lead contractual clarification and negotiation processes, assess commercial proposals and prepare Recommendations to Award. • Administer high-value SURF EPC contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, project procedures and applicable regulations. • Manage change orders, variations, claims and counterclaims, ensuring contractual and commercial risks are identified and mitigated. • Monitor contractor performance, contractual milestones, progress, payment certificates and invoices in coordination with Planning Engineers and Cost Controllers. • Support cost control activities, including contract expenditure monitoring, cost forecasting and budget revisions. • Participate in contractual negotiations and dispute resolution, working closely with legal, insurance, finance and technical teams. • Coordinate with Package Managers, contractors and project stakeholders, ensuring effective contractual communication and reporting. • Identify and mitigate contractual risks associated with package interfaces, offshore operations and simultaneous operations (SIMOPS). • Ensure accurate contractual records, documentation, correspondence and reporting throughout project execution. • Manage contract close-out activities, ensuring all contractual and commercial obligations are fulfilled. • Promote compliance with HSE standards, ethical practices and contractual governance requirements. Education & Experience • Minimum 10 years of professional experience, with significant exposure to EPC contract management. • Degree in Engineering, Law or Management / Business Administration. • Strong experience managing EPC contracts related to SURF packages (Subsea Umbilicals, Risers and Flowlines). • Proven involvement in both CFT / tendering and EPC execution phases. • Experience managing international contracts involving major Oil & Gas contractors. • Previous experience in offshore brownfield projects is highly advantageous. • Experience with Topsides and Subsea Production Systems (SPS) is considered an asset. • Previous involvement in multi-package, multi-block or multi-project contracts would be beneficial. Technical Competencies • Excellent knowledge of EPC contractual mechanisms, contract administration and commercial management. • Strong negotiation skills, including contractual wording, claims management and change order procedures. • Good understanding of SURF packages, offshore construction and Oil & Gas operations. • Knowledge of contractual risk management, cost control and project budgeting. • Familiarity with legal, insurance and taxation aspects of international EPC contracts. • Understanding of brownfield offshore environments and SIMOPS constraints. Languages & Soft Skills • Fluent French and English are mandatory, both written and spoken. • Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills. • Strong analytical thinking and contractual problem-solving abilities. • Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment. • Strong sense of responsibility, confidentiality and commercial awareness. • Industry: Offshore Oil & Gas / EPC / Subsea • Project: Major offshore brownfield development in Angola • Location: Paris, France • Working Schedule: Resident, full-time • Starting Date: ASAP • Contract Duration: 12 months, renewable • Candidate Origin: EU and international profiles considered • Languages: French and English mandatory • Travel: Potential international business trips depending on project requirements Join IOTA GROUP and contribute to a major international offshore development project, managing complex EPC contracts within a technically challenging SURF and brownfield environment.