Contracts Manager

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Contracts Manager to provide comprehensive oversight of contract management for projects. The role involves administering contracts, handling payment claims, and managing procurement categories in a strategic manner. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree, have at least 10 years of relevant experience in the energy sector, and possess strong vendor negotiation skills among other qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in contract management and strategic sourcing experience, preferably in the energy sector.
• Proven track record in vendor contract negotiations, including EPC contracts, supply agreements, and long-term service agreements.
• Hands-on experience in procurement for construction and/or O&M of gas-fired power plants.

Responsibilities

• Administer all contracts and agreements during project execution.
• Responsible for verification of monthly payment claims.
• Manage procurement categories including EPC, construction works, and OEM components.
• Identify risks and opportunities in the supply chain.

Skills

Vendor contract negotiations

Strategic sourcing

Cost analysis

Procurement best practices

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent

Tools

SAP Material Management (MM)

Job description

Overview

About the job CONTRACTS MANAGER. This role is responsible to provide comprehensive contract management and oversight to safeguard the interests of the Developers throughout the project's lifecycle, particularly in interactions with off-taker, EPC contractor, suppliers, and subcontractors. In addition to monitoring the EPC procurement and supply chain performance.

Responsibilities

• Administer all contracts and agreements during project execution, including handling payment claims, variation orders, and contract disputes.
• Responsible for verification of monthly payment claims, timely issue of payment response and invoices from EPC contractors & vendors
• Maintain Project financial guarantees and insurances documents, necessarily follow up internal/external to ensure validity & authentication
• Assist Project Director for final accounts settlement with EPC Contractors
• Manage procurement categories including EPC, construction works, and OEM components - including Gas Turbines and associated Balance of Plant.
• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and procedures and flag any supply risks that may impact project timelines or business operations
• Serve as a key liaison between suppliers and internal stakeholders for procurement activities in the CCGT project.
• Identify risks and opportunities in the supply chain and provide timely advice to internal teams.
• Negotiate contracts and optimize pricing and terms with suppliers when/where needed.
• Drive savings through effective negotiation and procurement best practices.
• Prepare reports and cost analyses to support procurement decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in contract management and strategic sourcing experience, preferably in the energy sector.
• Proven track record in vendor contract negotiations, including EPC contracts, supply agreements, and long-term service agreement
• Hands-on experience in procurement for construction and/or O&M of gas-fired power plants
• Industry experience in utilities and/or construction sectors is preferred
• Familiarity with SAP Material Management (MM) modules is a plus

Vertical: ENGINEERING