Contracts Manager

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Review, develop, and enforce administrative procedures for contract performance.
• Monitor contracted services with project teams for effectiveness, statutory compliance, and delivery of outcomes.
• Develop and implement contract administration procedures and manage contracts from inception to completion.
• Assist with commercial strategy; draft contractual correspondence and maintain administration records.
• Administer and settle claims, resolve disputes, and negotiate contract changes.
• Identify recurring and potential project claims and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage monitoring systems and procedures to resolve contract-compliance issues promptly.
• Maintain client relationships and provide contractual and commercial reports to client requirements.
• Support contract closeout and confirm compliance before final contractor payment.
• Track milestones and deliverables, maintain procedures, and advise on contractual matters.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• At least 12 years of experience in large infrastructure projects.
• Roads and infrastructure project experience is required.
• Knowledge of pre- and post-contract administration.
• Good oral and written communication and clear communication with management and staff.

Desired qualifications

• Consultancy experience is preferred.
• Experience with supervision consultants or project management consultants.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts; mega-project experience is advantageous.
• Professional membership or progress toward MRICS/RICS is desired.
• UAE experience and excellent writing, negotiation, and communication skills are desired.

Benefits and development

• The employer describes competitive benefits, paid time off and flexible holidays, training and mentorship, veteran support, and wellness offerings.