A Contracts Manager oversees the entire lifecycle of construction or commercial contracts, ensuring compliance with the laws (such as FIDIC) and company policies. Key duties include negotiating terms with clients/subcontractors, mitigating risks, managing claims, and optimizing project profitability.
Key Responsibilities
* Contract Administration: Oversee the administration of all project contracts, ensuring compliance with legal, financial, and corporate protocols.
* Negotiation & Drafting: Review, draft, and negotiate complex contractual terms, conditions, and variations with clients, vendors, and partners.
* Risk Management: Identify and mitigate contractual and commercial risks, providing advice on potential threats and opportunities.
* Claims & Disputes: Manage, analyze, and resolve claims, variations, and disputes in coordination with project teams.
* Compliance: Ensure all contracts comply with the regulations, statutory requirements, and company policies.
* Financial Oversight: Monitor project budgets, cost controls, and progress payments.
Requirements and Qualifications
* Experience: A minimum of 15-20 years of experience in contracts or commercial management, particularly for large-scale construction projects in the GCC.
* Education: Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Law.
* Skills: Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts, exceptional negotiation skills, and proficiency in contract management software.
* Certifications: Professional certifications such as MRICS or PMP are highly desirable.