English Contract Specialist
Job Summary
We are seeking an English Contract Specialist to manage offshore wind power project contracts, focusing on FIDIC and BIMCO standards. The role involves negotiating commercial terms, preparing English documentation, and coordinating with overseas stakeholders. You will work closely with the Legal Department to oversee contract management and claims throughout project lifecycles.
Responsibilities
- Negotiate commercial terms for offshore wind projects (T&I, EPCI, Chartering)
- Draft and manage English contracts, NDAs, and project documentation
- Oversee contract claims, costs, and project extensions
- Coordinate with legal departments and overseas stakeholders
Required Skills
- Proficiency with FIDIC/BIMCO contract terms
- Advanced English drafting and negotiation skills
- Experience in infrastructure or plant construction industry
- Native Japanese proficiency
Job Details
Job Description
We are looking for someone to handle all aspects of English-language contract management for our Offshore Wind Power Division (domestic projects), in coordination with the Head Office Legal Department. This will primarily involve negotiating (including questioning) with multiple contractors simultaneously regarding commercial terms and conditions (construction: FIDIC White, FIDIC Yellow 1999 or 2017; chartering: BIMCO terms and conditions), and will also include Japanese-language contract management.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Negotiation window for commercial terms during bidding for offshore wind power projects (port projects, general sea area projects):
- T&I contracts (Transport & Installation: frequently used in Europe)
- Charterer contracts (BIMCO Supplytime, etc.)
- EPCI contracts (Engineering, Procurement, Construction & Installation: FIDIC is common)
- Preparation of English documents for discussions regarding commercial terms
- Comprehensive work of concluding NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements) with overseas offshore wind power-related companies/associations/research institutions
2. Contract management for completed projects:
- Control of various English documents, preparation of English meeting minutes, preparation of English letters, etc.
- Implementation and management of claims in accordance with the contract (claims for additional costs and extensions of construction period)
- Comprehensive work of concluding service contracts (research, surveys, work) and subcontracts (including English) with overseas related companies/institutions
Working Hours:
- Head Office/Tokyo Branches: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (1-hour lunch break)
- Other Offices: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (1-hour lunch break)
Required Qualifications:
- Experience with FIDIC contracts in the infrastructure/plant industry.
- Ability to independently draft documents in English (contracts, letters, etc.).
- Experience discussing and negotiating contract details with European/American contract managers.
- English communication skills (Business Conversation level).
- Native Japanese proficiency.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Legal experience at a business company or general contractor.
- Experience negotiating in English with offshore wind power operators, equipment suppliers, or shipyards.