Associate Director – Claims and Contracts
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About This Role
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AtkinsRéalis are currently looking for experienced Associate Director – Claims and Contracts to join our team to work on newly awarded projects across varying sectors and various locations within UAE.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing team on high profile projects within in UAE.
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- In-depth knowledge and experience in contract and Claims commercial management of projects at both tender/ procurement and post contract stages.
- Middle East construction market experience in last 4-5 years preferable, with delivery experience in Saudi Arabia an added benefit.
- Good common law, contract, commercial and fiduciary understanding, minimum 15 years post qualification experience.
- Excellent written English for preparation of contracts, task orders, contract letters, notices and communications.
- Good negotiation skills to agree contracts with clients, contractors and sub-contractors.
- Large company project financial control systems use and understanding.
- Large company internal governance procedures will be an added factor.
- Good attention to detail and ability to review invoices and contracts prior to issue.
- Accurate cost reporting skills.
- About you
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- Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management from recognized University.
- Must be a Chartered QS (MRICS or MCIOB).
- Must have previous experience of FIDIC Contracts.
- Strong contractual, commercial and financial knowledge.
- Minimum 15 years pre and/ or post-contract relevant capacity in contracts and commercial management.
- Must have consultant and/ or client background for minimum of 10 years.
- Must have minimum of 4 years Middle East experience preferred.
- Project management acumen.
- Good communication skills.
- At ease with Client presentations/ reports.
- Team player, team leader.
- Rewards & benefits
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- Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
- This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
- Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
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We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization.
We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems.
Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world.
We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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