Contracts Manager - Construction / Design & Fit-Out

The Contracts Manager will provide comprehensive pre and post contractual oversight and management in support of AM construction and fit out projects, throughout the project cycle.

The objective of the role is to ensure that all contracts are compliant with legal, commercial and project requirements and that stakeholders meet their contractual obligations. The scope includes contractor pre-qualification and commercial tender evaluations to final account settlement.

Roles, Responsibilities, Duties

PRE CONTRACT

• Participation in the tender process and award by overseeing the contractual aspect of tenders to mitigate risk.
• Ensure appropriate, accurate and comprehensive forms of contract are included in the RFP.
• Prepare contract in conjunction with Legal in line with negotiated terms and conditions.

POST CONTRACT

• Administer contractual agreements ensuring contractor / sub-contractor / supplier obligations are delivered - in close co-ordination with Design & Fit Out delivery team.
• Support cost control / value engineering and variations throughout the project - in conjunction with Design & Fit Out delivery team.
• Manage payment applications and EOT claims and ensure they are processed in a timely manner.
• Monitor contractor compliance with terms and scope of contract.
• Manage formal contractual communication including Notices to Remedy Breach, suspensions and terminations plus dispute resolutions - in conjunction with Legal.
• Claims and settlement negotiations.
• Certification – overseeing bank guarantees, TOC and DLC.

GENERAL

• Stakeholder collaboration – managing contract related communication with contractor and internal parties.
• Preparation of contract status reports.
• Ensure compliance to DOA and governing policies.
• Identify contractual risks and mitigation strategies plus improvements to process - in order to optimise efficiency, manage risk closely and implement changes effectively.
• Maintain records of all contractual documents and related correspondence.

Qualification:

• Bachelors degree in QS / Law / Accounting/ Construction Management or Engineering.
• Professional accreditation eg MRICS is advantageous.

Experience and Competencies:

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years in Contract Administration and Management within the UAE development or construction sectors.
• Experience with FIDIC or other standard forms of contract and UAE construction laws and regulations

Competencies

• Proficiency in English and advanced communication skills - particularly with respect to legal agreements.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills to support risk mitigation.