Contracts Manager

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Project Controls/Contracts Manager for their marine construction practice in Abu Dhabi. This role requires a strong background in contract administration and project controls, with responsibilities including budget management and oversight of contractors. Ideal candidates will have at least 7 years of relevant experience and possess a degree in Construction Management or a related field. Excellent skills in project cost control and software tools like Primavera are preferred.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Well-being programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in civil, marine or coastal construction.
• Strong background in contract administration and quantity surveying.
• Knowledge of FIDIC conditions and cost management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage project contracts and budgets directly with the Resident Engineer.
• Prepare budget forecasts and analyze costs.
• Supervise Quantity Surveyors and review contractor payments.

Skills

Contract administration

Project controls

Estimating skills

Interpersonal skills

Cost control understanding

Strong computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Professional membership of RICS

Tools

Primavera

AutoCAD

Estimating and cost management software

Job description

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Applied Technology and Management (ATM) a Geosyntec Company, is looking for aProject Controls/Contracts Manager with at least 7 years of experience to join our marine construction practice inAbu Dhabi, UAE. Apply your contract administration, project controls, and estimating skills to assist our projects involving waterfront and coastal construction under the direct supervision of the project Resident Engineer.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work directly with the Resident Engineer in managing the project contracts and project budget.
• Review the interim payment certificate submitted by the Contractors and make recommendations.
• Prepare the budget control and forecast project costs.
• Analyze costs, review quotes, and review suppliers for the project contracts
• Prepare the monthly cost and status reports.
• Review and process contractor payment applications.
• Perform contract administration.
• Assist the client’s legal team with evaluating claims for Contractors.
• Oversee the variation/change order management process.
• Supervise the Quantity Surveyors.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or other related degree. (required)
• Professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or similar. (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in contract administration, project controls, quantity surveying, and procurement for civil, marine, and/or coastal construction projects; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Experience with FIDIC 1999 Conditions of Contract, Bill of Quantities General Requirements (POMI), RICS New Rules of Measurement (NRM), CESMM 3 and other international methods of measurements. (required)
• Proficient in estimation of works. (required)
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment. (required)
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, CAD Measure (CATO), and estimating and cost management software. (required)
• Detailed understanding of cost control and procurement strategy for civil construction projects. (required)
• Working knowledge of Primavera. (preferred)