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Contract engineers combine technical knowledge of contracts and legal matters with understanding of engineering specifications and principles. They ensure that both parts are aligned in the development of a project and foresee the compliance of all the engineering specifications and matters as defined in contracts.

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Competences
33
Groups
4
Essential
14
Optional
19

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 5 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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engineering processes

The systematic approach to the development and maintenance of engineering systems.

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project management

The discipline of project management, the activities which comprise this area and the variables implied in it, such as time, resources, requirements, deadlines, and responding to unexpected events.

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Cross-sector

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contract law

The field of legal principles that govern written agreements between parties concerning the exchange of goods or services, including contractual obligations and termination.

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engineering principles

The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.

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technical drawings

Drawing software and the various symbols, perspectives, units of measurement, notation systems, visual styles and page layouts used in technical drawings.

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Essential skills and competences 9 competences

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ensure compliance with purchasing and contracting regulations

Implement and monitor company activities in compliance with legal contracting and purchasing legislations.

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interpret technical requirements

Analyse, understand and apply the information provided regarding technical conditions.

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Cross-sector

7 competences
assess financial viability

Revise and analyse financial information and requirements of projects such as their budget appraisal, expected turnover, and risk assessment for determining the benefits and costs of the project. Assess if the agreement or project will redeem its investment, and whether the potential profit is worth the financial risk.

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build business relationships

Establish a positive, long-term relationship between organisations and interested third parties such as suppliers, distributors, shareholders and other stakeholders in order to inform them of the organisation and its objectives.

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manage budgets

Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.

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manage contracts

Negotiate the terms, conditions, costs and other specifications of a contract while making sure they comply with legal requirements and are legally enforceable. Oversee the execution of the contract, agree on and document any changes in line with any legal limitations.

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manage engineering project

Manage engineering project resources, budget, deadlines, and human resources, and plan schedules as well as any technical activities pertinent to the project.

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perform scientific research

Gain, correct or improve knowledge about phenomena by using scientific methods and techniques, based on empirical or measurable observations.

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use technical drawing software

Create technical designs and technical drawings using specialised software.

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Optional knowledge 4 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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cost management

The process of planning, monitoring and adjusting the expenses and revenues of a business in order to achieve cost efficiency and capability.

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Cross-sector

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construction industry

The products, brands and suppliers active in the construction field.

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labour legislation

Legislation, on a national or international level, that governs labour conditions in various fields between labour parties such as the government, employees, employers, and trade unions.

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tax legislation

Tax legislation applicable to a specific area of specialisation, such as import tax, government tax, etc.

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Optional skills and competences 15 competences

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assess supplier risks

Evaluate supplier performance in order to assess if suppliers follow the agreed contracts, meet the standard requirements and provide the desired quality.

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issue sales invoices

Prepare the invoice of goods sold or services provided, containing individual prices, the total charge, and the terms. Complete order processing for orders received via telephone, fax and internet and calculate the customer’s final bill.

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Cross-sector

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carry out tendering

Place the request for a quotation to the organisation requesting a tender, then perform the work or supply the goods agreed with them during the tendering process.

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compare contractors' bids

Compare proposals to award a contract in order to execute specified jobs within a prescribed frame of time.

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consult with technical staff

Seek the advice of technical staff concerning the requirements, operation, and use of various products and systems.

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define technical requirements

Specify technical properties of goods, materials, methods, processes, services, systems, software and functionalities by identifying and responding to the particular needs that are to be satisfied according to customer requirements.

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handle customer complaints

Administer complaints and negative feedback from customers in order to address concerns and where applicable provide a quick service recovery.

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identify suppliers

Determine potential suppliers for further negotiation. Take into consideration aspects such as product quality, sustainability, local sourcing, seasonality and coverage of the area. Evaluate the likelihood of obtaining beneficial contracts and agreements with them.

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maintain contract administration

Keep contracts up to date and organise them according to a classification system for future consultation.

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manage contract disputes

Monitor issues that arise between the parties involved in a contract and provide solutions in order to avoid lawsuits.

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manage sub-contract labour

Oversee work and the labourers hired to carry out part or all of the responsibilities of someone else's contract.

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manage tender processes

Organise the process of writing and designing proposals or bids for tenders.

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meet contract specifications

Meet contract specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information. Check that the work can be carried out in the estimated and allocated time.

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perform contract compliance audits

Execute a thorough contract compliance audit, ensuring that goods or services are being delivered in a correct and timely fashion, checking for clerical errors or missed credits and discounts and starting procedures for cash recovery.

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perform project management

Manage and plan various resources, such as human resources, budget, deadline, results, and quality necessary for a specific project, and monitor the project's progress in order to achieve a specific goal within a set time and budget.

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