Contracts and Commercial Manager

ARCCO (Al Raeel National General Contracting Co.); Dubai; Presencial; AED 300.000 - 540.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

ARCCO (Al Raeel National General Contracting Co.) is seeking a seasoned professional to manage contracts, commercial finances and claims for oil and gas projects. You will oversee master contracts, subcontracts and supplier agreements, ensuring adherence to terms and protecting profit margins while coordinating with legal on disputes.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytical thinking, stakeholder management, and deep knowledge of UAE regulatory requirements.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, preferably Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Engineering or Law.
• Substantial experience in contracts and commercial management within oil and gas, across project delivery, EPC, or operations.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, negotiation, variations, claims and dispute resolution.
• Experience with complex contracts, subcontracting, procurement and commercial risk management.
• Familiarity with UAE business and regulatory environment; regional project experience is an advantage.

Responsabilidades

• Manage contracts lifecycle: drafting, negotiating master/Subcontracts and supplier/partner agreements (FIDIC or similar).
• Oversee commercial and financial aspects to protect profit margins and project financial performance.
• Professionally manage changes, claims, EOTs, delay notices and assist resolution with legal department.
• Analyze risks and ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect company assets.

Conhecimentos

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Formação

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying

Professional certifications or postgraduate qualification

Descrição da vaga

Managing and monitoring the contractual, commercial and financial aspects of projects from the pre-contract stage to final closure, ensuring the protection of companies’ commercial interests, compliance with applicable laws and achievement of the financial and profitability goals of projects.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Contract Management:
   • Review, draft and negotiate master contracts, subcontracts, and supplier and partner agreements (including FIDIC contracts or other engineering and construction contracts).
   • Ensuring compliance with the terms and conditions of contracts and monitoring the implementation of contractual obligations for all parties.
   • Managing the entire contract lifecycle from inception to closure and final settlement.
2. Commercial and Financial Affairs (Commercial Operations):
   • Developing and implementing business strategies to protect profit margins and improve the financial performance of projects.
   • Monitoring budgets, cash flow, financial forecasts, and analyzing actual versus planned costs.
   • Conduct financial analyses to evaluate contract performance and identify opportunities for cost recovery and value enhancement.
3. Claims and Variations Management:
   • Professional management of change orders (variations), claims, extensions of time (EOT), and delay notices.
   • Evaluating contractual entitlements and supporting project teams in resolving commercial and contractual disputes in coordination with the legal department.
4. Risk Management and Compliance:
   • Analyzing and mitigating contractual and commercial risks and ensuring the protection of the company’s assets and legal position.
   • Ensuring compliance with applicable commercial laws and regulations (such as the laws and regulations of the country in which the project is implemented).
   • Coordinating with different departments (Project Management, Finance, Procurement) to ensure that sub-contracts are consistent with the main contract.

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Business, Engineering, Law, or a related discipline.
• Substantial experience in contracts and commercial management within the oil and gas industry, ideally across project delivery, EPC, or operations.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration, negotiation, variations, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Experience with complex contracts, subcontracting, procurement, and commercial risk management.
• Familiarity with relevant contract forms and the ability to interpret contractual terms and communicate their practical implications.
• Knowledge of the UAE business and regulatory environment; regional project experience is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Able to balance commercial judgement with collaboration and project delivery priorities.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and confident managing competing deadlines.
• Professional certifications or postgraduate qualification.