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Asst. Manager - Contracts
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Pre-Contract Management & Negotiation (Primary Focus):
Pre-Contract Management & Negotiation (Primary Focus):
- Contracts professional with a proven track record in preparing, modifying, negotiating and finalizing a wide range of agreements for main contractors and design and supervision consultants.
- Thoroughly review and interpret various contract documents, with a strong emphasis on FIDIC Red Book (Construction) conditions, ensuring deep understanding and application to real-world scenarios and securing favourable terms for the company
- Proficient in preparing various contract documents including work orders, letters of acceptance, LOIs, LONs, MOUs, NDAs, joint venture agreements, framework agreements, consultancy agreements, and supply agreements.
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Actively participate in the negotiation and finalization of Main Contractor agreements and consultancy agreements, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for the company.
- Assist in the preparation of tender and contract documents, ensuring clarity, completeness, and adherence to company standards and legal compliance.
- Extensive experience in handling contract-related matters, including the preparation of notices of termination, default notices, side agreements, and amendments to contracts for main contractors.
- Skilled in attending high-level meetings to discuss contract administration risks and recommending effective mitigation measures through the drafting of clauses.
- Prepare and review contractual instruments such as Assignments, Novation Agreements.
- Examine and verify the enforceability of Bank Guarantees (e.g., performance bonds, advance payment guarantees) and other security instruments from the contractors.
- Review and assess insurance policies provided by contractors and consultants to ensure adequate coverage and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Attend meetings with technical and commercial teams to identify and assess the high-level risks associated with contract administration and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
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Maintain a robust contractual database and ensure meticulous record-keeping for all pre-contractual and contractual documentation.
- Identify potential contractual risks and liabilities during the pre-contract and early contract phases, proposing effective mitigation strategies.
- Develop and implement strategies to prevent potential disputes, fostering a collaborative environment from the outset.
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Possess a foundational awareness of dispute resolution mechanisms (e.g., litigation, arbitration) to understand their implications in contract drafting.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders including Project Team, Legal, Procurement, and Finance teams to ensure seamless contract administration.
- Provide expert contractual advice and guidance to project teams on contractual matters.
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Assist in the development and enhancement of company-wide contract templates and policies.
- Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- Minimum 8–12 years of experience in contracts and procurement, with at least 5 years in the UAE real estate/construction industry.
- Proven experience managing contracts for high-rise residential or mixed-use developments.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills with superior written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Demonstrable in-depth knowledge and practical interpretation of FIDIC Red Book conditions is essential.
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Familiarity with local laws and regulations pertaining to construction and real estate in the UAE.
- The opportunity to work with one of Dubai’s most design-led developers.
- Exposure to iconic projects and high-performance teams.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- A collaborative, forward-thinking work culture.
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