Wallace M. Walker
**** ***** ***** **** **, B***, Issaquah, WA
425-***-**** *****@*******.***
Senior Contract Management Professional
Accomplished executive with record of success developing and administering contracts in both domestic and international markets. Seasoned negotiator skilled in designing bid packages, contract amendments, systems, and procedures which ensure proper contract execution and compliance. Proven ability to research and resolve claims / issues, provide sound contractual / legal advice, and lead project staff in time-sensitive, high-pressure environments coupled with Bachelor’s Degrees in Civil Engineering and Business Administration.
Contract Development & Administration Claims Management Contract Negotiation Leadership & Supervision Project Management Contract Execution / Placement Bid Development Compliance Assurance Process Development Issue Resolution Contract Amendments Cost Analysis Contract Integration Procurement Contractor Relations Risk Assessment Global Operations Setup eRoom Coreworx Sharepoint Ariba
Professional Experience
Chevron Oil Company / NES Overseas USA LLC, Houston, TX 2005 – 2015
NES is a global contracting staff company contracted to Chevron Oil Company.
Lead Contract Advisor
Responsible for developing, negotiating, contracting and administration of engineering, procurement, installation, construction and services contracts for multiple high value projects and operational groups. Supplied contractual and legal advice to project staffs and other corporate groups, prepared contract amendments, ensured contract compliance with attorneys, and assisted legal department with claims research, preparation, and management. Responsible for mentoring, training and directing multiple personnel to ensure development of future quality staff members.
BP (British Petroleum), Houston, TX 2001 – 2005
An international leading energy company.
Senior Contract Specialist
Developed, negotiated, contracted, and administered major engineering, construction and service contracts. Provided contractual support to other corporate departments including engineering, finance, treasury, project staff, and attorneys regarding contractual / legal advice, contract amendments, compliance, and claims management.
Conoco-Phillips Inc. / Marathon Oil Corporation / Fircroft Engineering Services, Inc., Houston, TX 1997 – 2001
Fircroft is a contracting staff company contracted to Marathon Oil and Conoco-Phillips.
Senior Contract Administrator
Consultant developing, bidding, negotiating, contracting, and administering major construction and associated service contracts for multiple projects and operations teams.
Hunt Oil Company, Dallas, TX 1991 – 1997
An international leading independent energy company.
Contract Manager
Developed, bid, negotiated, and managed administration of exploration, drilling and major facilities construction contracts. Directed a multifunctional team consisting of contract management, cost analysis, scheduling, and general corporate administration activities. Managed team interface with contractors managing daily activities, resulting in completion of project(s) on time and under budget.
Responsibilities included establishment of overseas corporate office in the Republic of Yemen with hiring and administration of all staff as well as acquisition / setup / administration of living facilities, camps, and transportation support.
Early Career Experience
Previous engagements included positions as Contract Coordinator and Senior Cost / Contract Engineer with accountabilities in contract development & management; cost analysis; scheduling; and corporate administration.
Education
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, Gainesville, FL
B.S., Civil Engineering - B.S., Business Administration