Contract Manager - Infrastructure and Transportation Projects

AECOM Middle East Ltd

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 450,000 - 750,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life and disability benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

AECOM seeks an experienced Contract Manager to oversee infrastructure contracts in Abu Dhabi. You will handle drafting, review, negotiation, and performance monitoring across the contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance with UAE laws and project objectives.

The role requires 15+ years of contract management experience in civil engineering contexts, with strong collaboration across legal, finance, and project teams. On-site, full-time position in Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications

Minimum 15 years of professional experience in contract management, preferably infrastructure/engineering projects.
Strong knowledge of contract law, regulatory requirements, and compliance.
Ability to analyse terms, identify risks, and commercial opportunities.

Responsibilities

Draft, review and negotiate infrastructure contracts per project requirements.
Manage contract lifecycle: administration, performance monitoring, variations, disputes and closeout.
Identify risks and ensure compliance with UAE regulations and company policies.
Coordinate with legal, finance, procurement and project teams to address issues.
Maintain contract documentation and timely reporting of status and milestones.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Vendor management

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

MS Office (Excel/Word)

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

Contract Manager - Infrastructure and Transportation Projects

Job Snapshot - Role: Contract Manager - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Contracts Administration - Experience: Minimum 15 years of professional contract management experience - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

AECOM is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to oversee infrastructure contracts within its Transportation business line in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position involves managing contracts throughout their lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation to performance monitoring, amendments, dispute resolution, and closeout. The successful candidate will help protect AECOM 's contractual interests, identify commercial and legal risks, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and organisational policies. Working closely with project management, legal, finance, vendors, and other stakeholders, the Contract Manager will support effective contract administration and successful infrastructure project delivery.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Contracts Administration
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

Contract Drafting, Review and Negotiation
- Draft, review, and negotiate infrastructure contracts in accordance with project requirements and organisational objectives.
- Evaluate contractual terms, conditions, pricing structures, and commercial obligations.
- Identify potential legal, financial, and operational risks before contract execution.
- Negotiate contractual provisions to support favourable commercial outcomes and appropriate risk allocation.
- Review contract documentation for completeness, accuracy, and consistency.
- Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to clarify contractual requirements and resolve outstanding issues.
- Ensure proposed contractual arrangements align with applicable legal requirements and company policies.
Contract Administration and Performance Monitoring
- Manage a diverse portfolio of infrastructure contracts throughout the contract lifecycle.
- Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, and performance requirements.
- Track contract milestones, deadlines, renewal dates, and other critical dates.
- Identify potential delays, performance concerns, or failures to meet contractual obligations.
- Coordinate with project teams and vendors to address contract performance issues.
- Maintain oversight of contractual commitments and support timely completion of required actions.
- Ensure contract administration activities are properly documented and communicated.
Contract Risk and Compliance Management
- Analyse contract documents to identify risks, liabilities, and potential compliance issues.
- Assess the commercial and legal implications of proposed contractual arrangements.
- Ensure contracts comply with applicable UAE regulations, local laws, and organisational policies.
- Work with legal and project management teams to address contractual risks.
- Recommend practical measures to reduce contractual exposure and protect organisational interests.
- Monitor compliance with agreed contractual terms and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Support consistent application of contract management procedures and internal controls.
Contract Variations and Dispute Resolution
- Manage contract amendments, change orders, and variations.
- Review proposed changes to determine their contractual and commercial implications.
- Maintain accurate records of amendments, approvals, and revised contractual obligations.
- Coordinate with legal, finance, and project management teams to resolve contractual disagreements.
- Analyse contract disputes and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
- Support negotiations and discussions aimed at resolving contractual issues.
- Ensure necessary approvals are obtained and properly documented before implementing contract changes.
Vendor and Supplier Contract Management
- Coordinate with vendors and suppliers regarding contractual obligations and performance expectations.
- Monitor supplier compliance with agreed contract terms and deliverables.
- Conduct vendor and supplier evaluations using relevant contract performance metrics.
- Identify performance concerns and communicate findings to appropriate stakeholders.
- Recommend improvements to supplier contract management processes.
- Provide recommendations to support decisions concerning future vendor and supplier engagements.
- Maintain professional working relationships while protecting organisational contractual interests.
Commercial and Financial Oversight
- Review contractual pricing arrangements and associated financial commitments.
- Monitor contract budgets and expenditures in coordination with finance and project teams.
- Identify potential financial risks arising from contractual provisions or performance issues.
- Assess the commercial implications of proposed contract amendments and variations.
- Support effective cost monitoring and financial accountability within contract administration.
- Provide relevant financial and contractual information to support project management decisions.
Contract Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain comprehensive contract files and supporting documentation.
- Organise records using contract management software and document management systems.
- Ensure contractual documents are readily accessible for authorised review and audit purposes.
- Prepare contract status reports for senior management and project stakeholders.
- Present findings concerning contract performance, compliance, risks, and outstanding issues.
- Maintain accurate records of contractual communications, amendments, and approvals.
- Track key contractual dates and provide timely updates to relevant teams.
- Support consistent reporting and document control throughout the contract lifecycle.
Contract Management Process Improvement
- Develop and maintain standard contract templates and supporting documentation.
- Review existing contract administration procedures and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Promote consistency in contract preparation, review, approval, and record management.
- Support efficient coordination between legal, commercial, finance, and project management functions.
- Recommend improvements to contract tracking, reporting, and documentation processes.
- Contribute to effective and consistent contract management practices across assigned projects.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

Minimum 15 years of professional experience in contract management, preferably involving infrastructure, construction, or engineering projects.
Proven expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts.
Strong knowledge of contract law, legal compliance, and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated ability to analyse contractual terms and identify risks, liabilities, and commercial opportunities.
Experience managing vendor and supplier relationships throughout the contract lifecycle.
Proficiency in contract management software and document management systems.
Strong financial understanding, including contract budget and expenditure monitoring.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Preferred Qualifications and Knowledge

Familiarity with infrastructure project contracts and construction industry standards.
Knowledge of the UAE regulatory framework and local contracting practices.
Professional certification in contract management or a related field.

Key Professional Competencies