Contract Manager

Egis Group; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy based in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Contract Manager responsible for the effective administration and management of construction contracts on site. You'll ensure compliance with contractual agreements and applicable UAE regulations while supporting the supervision consultant in managing risk and commercial interests. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 10-15 years of relevant experience, demonstrating strong knowledge of FIDIC conditions and builders' practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in construction projects.
• Experience in contract management roles.
• Proven experience with Supervision Consultant or Engineers in UAE.

Responsibilities

• Administer construction contracts per FIDIC conditions.
• Manage contractual correspondence and compliance.
• Review and assess claims and variations.

Skills

Contractual analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving capability

Education

Bachelors Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Purpose

The Contract Manager shall be responsible for the effective administration and management of the construction contract on site ensuring full compliance with the Contract Agreement FIDIC conditions applicable UAE regulations and the Clients requirements. The role supports the Supervision Consultant in safeguarding contractual commercial and risk interests throughout project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Administration

• Administer the construction contract in accordance with FIDIC Conditions of Contract (Red / Yellow Book as applicable).
• Advise the Project Director / Resident Engineer on contractual rights obligations and risks.
• Manage contractual correspondence notices determinations and formal communications.
• Ensure compliance with contractual procedures timelines and approval requirements.

Claims & Variations Management

• Review and assess Variation Orders Contractor claims and change requests.
• Evaluate entitlement quantum and time impact in coordination with the technical and planning teams.
• Prepare contractual assessments recommendations and Engineers determinations.
• Maintain a comprehensive Variation and Claims Register.

Payments & Commercial Control

• Review Interim Payment Applications (IPAs) and Final Accounts in coordination with the Quantity Surveyor.
• Verify contractual compliance related to payment retention advance payments and deductions.
• Support the certification process in line with contract provisions.

Time & Delay Management

• Review baseline and updated programmes from a contractual perspective.
• Assess Extension of Time (EOT) claims in coordination with the Planning Engineer.
• Monitor contractual milestones and notice requirements related to delay events.

Risk & Compliance

• Identify contractual and commercial risks and propose mitigation measures.
• Ensure adherence to UAE laws regulations and local authority requirements.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution through proactive contract management.

Reporting & Coordination

• Prepare contractual reports summaries and dashboards for the Client and Consultant management.
• Coordinate closely with Resident Engineers discipline engineers planners QS and the Client/PMC.
• Support audits and provide contractual input during meetings and negotiations.

Qualifications & Experience

Mandatory Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Civil Structural Mechanical or equivalent).
• Minimum 1015 years of experience in construction projects with significant exposure to contract management roles.
• Proven experience working within a Supervision Consultant or Engineers team in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC Conditions of Contract and contract administration practices.

Preferred

• Experience on large-scale building infrastructure or mixed-use developments in the UAE.
• Familiarity with UAE authority requirements (ADM DM RAKM etc.).
• Professional certifications (e.g. PMP MRICS FCIArb) are an advantage.
• SOE (UAE Society of Engineers) registration is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong contractual analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English (Arabic is an advantage).
• High attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently on site and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving capability.

Working Environment

• Site-based role within the Supervision Consultants team.
• Regular interface with the Client Contractor PMC and authorities.
• May require extended working hours during critical project phases.