Contract Manager

1. Team Leadership & Strategy Lead and mentor the commercial and QS team; formulate departmental strategies and coordinate internal/external resources to achieve project KPIs. 2. End-to-End Contract Administration Oversee the entire contract lifecycle from tender review, negotiation, and execution to termination; establish a robust contract register and archive system. 3. Client & Consultant Liaison Act as the primary liaison for high-level communication with the Client and Engineer/Consultant regarding all commercial matters. 4. Variations & Claims Management Lead the valuation and approval of major variations, and spearhead the preparation, submission, and negotiation of EOT and loss/damage claims. 5. Risk & Compliance Implement early warning mechanisms to identify commercial and legal risks, reporting to HQ and proposing mitigation strategies to ensure compliance. 6. Cash Flow & Payment Management Review and certify interim payments, subcontractor settlements, and final accounts; monitor cash flow to optimize payment schedules. 7. Subcontract & Procurement Manage the drafting, negotiation, and execution of major subcontracts and procurement contracts; handle subcontractor disputes and counter-claims. 8. Dispute Resolution Support legal counsel in handling arbitrations or litigations; ensure the integrity of the project record (diaries, photos, minutes) for dispute defense.

1. Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or International Commercial Law. 2. Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial management on mega projects, with at least 5 years in a leadership role; experience with RCRC is highly preferred. 3. Expert knowledge of FIDIC (Red/Yellow Book) and local construction laws; Professional certifications such as PMP, MRICS, or Cost Engineer Certificate are advantageous. 4. Full professional proficiency in English for report writing and negotiations; fluency in Arabic is a strong plus. 5. High resilience under pressure, exceptional negotiation skills, and cross-cultural leadership; willingness to work in site-based conditions.