Senior Contracts Engineer (Infrastructure Utilities Projects)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Contract Management:
   

   • Review, draft, negotiate, and manage contracts related to infrastructure utilities projects, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and company standards.
     
   • Develop and implement contract management procedures to streamline processes and maintain compliance.
     
   • Ensure that all contractual obligations, terms, and conditions are met by all parties.
     

2. Tendering and Procurement Support:
   

   • Prepare tender documents, including invitations to bid, scope of work, and commercial terms.
     
   • Evaluate bids and proposals to ensure alignment with project requirements and budgets.
     
   • Assist in selecting contractors and suppliers through a transparent and competitive process.
     

3. Claims and Dispute Resolution:
   

   • Analyze and resolve contractual claims, variations, and disputes in a timely and effective manner.
     
   • Provide detailed assessments and justifications for contract variations and claims, ensuring alignment with FIDIC or other applicable contract frameworks.
     
   • Represent the company in negotiations and arbitrations when required.
     

4. Risk Mitigation:
   

   • Identify potential risks in contract terms and provide recommendations to mitigate them.
     
   • Collaborate with project teams to ensure proactive risk management throughout the project lifecycle.
     

5. Cost and Performance Monitoring:
   

   • Monitor contract performance, ensuring all parties adhere to agreed terms and deliverables.
     
   • Work closely with the project team to oversee cost control, ensuring alignment with project budgets.
     
   • Conduct regular audits of contractor performance and compliance.
     

6. Stakeholder Coordination:
   

   • Act as a liaison between clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to resolve contractual and commercial issues.
     
   • Support project managers with contractual advice and documentation to facilitate decision-making.
     

7. Documentation and Reporting:
   

   • Maintain accurate records of all contract-related activities, including changes, correspondence, and decisions.
     
   • Prepare periodic reports on contract status, risks, and key issues for senior management review.
     

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education:
  

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
    
  • Professional certifications such as MRICS, CICES, or PMP are highly desirable.
    

• Experience:
  

  • Minimum 15 years of experience in contract management, with a focus on infrastructure utilities projects.
    
  • Proven track record in managing contracts for large-scale projects, preferably in the UAE or GCC region.
    

• Technical Expertise:
  

  • In-depth knowledge of international contract frameworks, including FIDIC.
    
  • Proficiency in contract administration software and tools.
    
  • Strong understanding of legal and regulatory aspects of construction contracts in the UAE.
    

• Soft Skills:
  

  • Exceptional negotiation and dispute resolution skills.
    
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
    
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.