Contract Manager

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Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

What this job involves: We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Contracts Manager to join our PDS team in Egypt. This role will be responsible for the administration of running contracts of a mixed-used development. The Contracts Manager will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team and play a key role in driving successful project delivery.

What your day-to-day will look like:
Advising on contract administration to the project and cost management delivery teams;
Managing and advising on the contractual obligations of project parties;
Analyze and prepare assessments for potential claims;
Monitor contract performance and compliance in accordance with the project plans;
Preparation of claim responses and variation orders;
Negotiation of claims with project parties;
Provide advice regarding interpretation of contract terms and conditions;
Prepare contractual notices as appropriate;
Prepare contract analysis reports highlighting concerns and risks to be considered;
Preparing responses to all contractual correspondences.
Maintaining records of all contracts.
Issue contractual notices.
Draft and issue variation instruction and/or orders.
Liaise with the Client on all contractual aspects.
Review the contractual merit of change requests, and/or contractors notices of changes.
Review contractors claims in terms of legitimacy and contractual compliance.
Draft contract's amendments, as requested.
Ensuring the fulfillment of contractual obligations and proactively identifying events where the client's rights need to be safeguarded.
Manage, with the support of all Project Team members, the effective communication to all functions of their duties and responsibilities in the execution of cost & schedule.
Lead and coach team members when needed to improve their performance and ensure they carry out their responsibilities as intended.

Required Skills and Experience:
Good command and knowledge of standard forms of contracts.
Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Architectural or Construction Management is required.
10 years of relevant experience.
Excellent written and verbal skills with a fluent proficiency in English.
PMC experience will be highly advantageous.

Desired or preferred experience and technical skills:
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to Use a clear, systematic approach to solving complex issues and to communicate solutions in an effective, efficient, high-level manner.
Ability to Coordinate and manage multiple stakeholders and able to build relationships.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.

• Preferably located at Sheikh Zayed or Six of October Area.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.