Contracts Manager

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Contracts Manager to oversee all contractual and commercial matters for our projects and head office operations in the UAE/Middle East region. The successful candidate will provide contractual guidance and commercial support to Site Resident Engineers, project teams, and Client Representatives, and support business development activities, including fee proposals, negotiations, and subconsultant appointments.

• Oversee contracts administration in accordance with the Contract Document and local practices.
• Provide contractual and commercial advice to Resident Engineers, project teams, and management on project-related matters.
• Assist project teams in preparation and review of contractual letters, notices, and commercial assessments
• Coordinate with Clients, Contractors, and internal teams to resolve contractual and commercial issues.
• Prepare fee proposals, commercial submissions, and consultancy agreements for new design and supervision projects.
• Manage appointment and administration of subconsultants and specialist consultants.
• Maintain proper contractual records, commercial documentation, and reporting systems.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to project staff on contractual procedures and commercial awareness.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Professionally qualified candidates with additional contractual/commercial certifications will be preferred.
• Minimum 10–15 years of overall professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar Contracts Manager/Commercial Manager role within the Middle East.
• Strong working knowledge of FIDIC Conditions of Contract and regional construction practices.
• Proven experience in contractual correspondence, claims management, commercial negotiations, and consultancy agreements.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and provide sound contractual judgment.
• Strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines effectively.