Contracts Engineer (ADNOC Project Experienced)

UnitedYou Ventures; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled Contracts Engineer with experience in ADNOC projects. The ideal candidate will manage contracts lifecycle, ensure compliance with ADNOC guidelines, and support tendering processes. Key qualifications include a minimum of 8 years in the Oil & Gas EPC sector, a relevant bachelor's degree, and strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in contract management within Oil & Gas EPC sector.
• Direct experience on ADNOC projects is preferred.
• Strong understanding of ADNOC contract procedures.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and manage contracts according to ADNOC guidelines.
• Administer contract lifecycle: pre-award, post-award, and close-out.
• Coordinate with project, legal, procurement, and finance teams.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, or related discipline

Job description

About the job Contracts Engineer (ADNOC Project Experienced)

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Contracts Engineer to support the successful execution of EPC projects for ADNOC. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in contract administration, commercial management, and a proven track record of working on ADNOC Oil & Gas projects in the UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and manage contracts in accordance with ADNOC guidelines and project requirements.
• Administer the full contract lifecycle: pre-award, post-award, change orders, claims, and close-out.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC contractual procedures and UAE regulations.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier contracts for risk, accuracy, and alignment with project goals.
• Support tendering processes including preparation of RFQs, bid evaluations, and commercial clarifications.
• Coordinate with project, legal, procurement, and finance teams to align contract execution with organizational goals.
• Handle claims, dispute resolution, and variations in coordination with legal teams and ADNOC representatives.
• Maintain and update contract records, logs, and correspondence in accordance with internal and ADNOC audit requirements.
• Monitor and report contract performance, milestones, and risks to senior management.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 8 years of experience in contract management within the Oil & Gas EPC sector, with direct experience on ADNOC projects.
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of ADNOC contract procedures, documentation, and approval workflows.
• Familiarity with FIDIC and other standard forms of contract.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, and communication skills.

Candidates with ADNOC project experience will be given preference only