Contract Manager

AL BIHOUTH WASTE TO ENERGY; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 446,400; Full time

Job summary

AL BIHOUTH WASTE TO ENERGY is seeking a Contract Manager to administer and oversee all O&M and concession contracts, ensuring compliance with obligations, reporting and governance. The role supports Plant Management by managing variations, claims and commercial risks throughout the facility’s lifecycle.

You will coordinate with Legal, Finance, Procurement, Operations and Maintenance, maintaining audit-ready records and providing guidance on contract interpretation and commercial issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Business Administration, Commercial Management or related discipline.
• Professional qualification in Contract Management or Procurement is desirable (e.g., WorldCC/IACCM, CIPS, RICS, NEC/FIDIC training).
• Knowledge of FIDIC or equivalent international contract forms is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Company’s O&M Contract, Concession Agreement, and other commercial agreements; monitor compliance with contractual obligations, milestones, deliverables and reporting requirements; maintain the contract register, correspondence and document control records; ensure all documentation is current, controlled and readily available for audit purposes; support contract interpretation and provide contractual advice to Plant Management.
• Monitor compliance with contractual KPIs, service levels and performance obligations; review contractual notices, obligations and deadlines to ensure timely compliance; coordinate submission of contractual reports, notifications and supporting documentation; monitor contractual risks and recommend mitigation measures; ensure compliance with company governance, Delegation of Authority (DOA) and contractual procedures.
• Manage contract variations, amendments and change requests; prepare and coordinate contractual correspondence relating to claims, variations and disputes; support preparation and evaluation of commercial claims and entitlement submissions; maintain records supporting contractual changes and commercial justifications; assist in resolving contractual issues with clients, contractors and suppliers.
• Act as the primary contractual interface with clients and key stakeholders on contractual matters; coordinate with Legal, Finance, Procurement, Operations and Maintenance regarding contractual obligations; support negotiations relating to contract amendments, renewals and commercial issues; maintain professional relationships with clients, regulatory authorities and business partners.
• Monitor contractual performance and identify potential compliance risks; prepare commercial and contractual reports for Plant Management and the Board; maintain contractual KPI dashboards and action trackers; support management reviews by providing contractual performance updates and recommendations.
• Identify contractual, commercial and operational risks affecting contract performance; recommend improvements to contract administration processes and controls; support development of contract management procedures, templates and governance documentation; promote continuous improvement in commercial and contractual management practices.

Skills

Contract management

Commercial management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Documentation control

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Commercial Management

Job description

Job Scope Summary

The Contract Manager is responsible for the administration, implementation, and management of the Company’s contractual obligations, commercial agreements, and contract governance to ensure compliance with concession agreements, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) contracts, regulatory requirements, and company policies. The role provides commercial and contractual support to Plant Management by managing contract performance, variations, claims, correspondence, contractual risks, and stakeholder relationships, ensuring the Company meets its contractual commitments while protecting its commercial interests throughout the operational lifecycle of the Waste‑to‑Energy facility.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Company’s O&M Contract, Concession Agreement, and other commercial agreements; monitor compliance with contractual obligations, milestones, deliverables and reporting requirements; maintain the contract register, correspondence and document control records; ensure all documentation is current, controlled and readily available for audit purposes; support contract interpretation and provide contractual advice to Plant Management.
• Monitor compliance with contractual KPIs, service levels and performance obligations; review contractual notices, obligations and deadlines to ensure timely compliance; coordinate submission of contractual reports, notifications and supporting documentation; monitor contractual risks and recommend mitigation measures; ensure compliance with company governance, Delegation of Authority (DOA) and contractual procedures.
• Manage contract variations, amendments and change requests; prepare and coordinate contractual correspondence relating to claims, variations and disputes; support preparation and evaluation of commercial claims and entitlement submissions; maintain records supporting contractual changes and commercial justifications; assist in resolving contractual issues with clients, contractors and suppliers.
• Act as the primary contractual interface with clients and key stakeholders on contractual matters; coordinate with Legal, Finance, Procurement, Operations and Maintenance regarding contractual obligations; support negotiations relating to contract amendments, renewals and commercial issues; maintain professional relationships with clients, regulatory authorities and business partners.
• Monitor contractual performance and identify potential compliance risks; prepare commercial and contractual reports for Plant Management and the Board; maintain contractual KPI dashboards and action trackers; support management reviews by providing contractual performance updates and recommendations.
• Identify contractual, commercial and operational risks affecting contract performance; recommend improvements to contract administration processes and controls; support development of contract management procedures, templates and governance documentation; promote continuous improvement in commercial and contractual management practices.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Business Administration, Commercial Management or related discipline.

Professional qualification in Contract Management, Commercial Management or Procurement is desirable (e.g., WorldCC/IACCM, CIPS, RICS, NEC/FIDIC training).

Knowledge of FIDIC or equivalent international contract forms is advantageous.

Experience & Software Competencies

Minimum 8‑10 years’ experience in contract management, commercial management or contract administration within Waste‑to‑Energy (WTE), power generation, EPC, utilities or major industrial projects.

Strong knowledge of contract administration, claims management, contract variations and commercial risk management.

Experience administering long‑term O&M contracts and concession agreements preferred.

Familiarity with UAE commercial practices and contractual frameworks.

Ability to interpret complex contractual documents and provide commercial recommendations.

Strategic Core Competencies

• Contract & Commercial Management: Demonstrates strong understanding of contract administration, commercial governance, contractual obligations and risk allocation.
• Negotiation & Stakeholder Management: Builds effective working relationships and supports successful commercial negotiations with clients, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Analytical & Commercial Thinking: Evaluates contractual issues, commercial risks and financial implications to support informed decision‑making.
• Organization & Administrative Skills: Effectively manages multiple contracts, priorities, deadlines and contractual documentation.
• Accountability: Demonstrates ownership of contractual compliance, commercial outcomes and assigned responsibilities.
• Problem‑Solving: Identifies contractual risks and develops practical, commercially balanced solutions.
• Communication: Produces clear contractual correspondence, reports and recommendations while communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Works collaboratively across Legal, Finance, Procurement, Operations and Maintenance to achieve contractual objectives.

Other Essential Competencies

• Strong knowledge of contract law principles and commercial practices.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure while managing competing priorities.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.