Contracts Manager (Buildings - Construction Services)

Stantec; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee contract administration and claims management for a construction supervision project. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in contract management, particularly with mega projects, and will ensure compliance with contract terms while managing risks effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of work experience in all aspects of contract management.
• Professional accreditation with a recognized international institute.
• Experience with Mega Projects and Construction Supervision.

Responsibilities

• Administer the main contract in line with project requirements.
• Analyze claims and manage disputes with clients.
• Produce and analyze progress reports, update costs and forecasts.

Skills

Contract Management

Claims Management

Risk Management

Teamwork

Autonomy

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

At Stantec, we approach every project as a partnership, because our work creates a lasting impact on our clients’ communities. We believe that when smart, passionate, creative people come together, real possibilities are within reach. Our people are at the heart of everything we do; they give our work purpose. If you want to be a part of our unwavering team and can bring your sense of imagination and determination to every challenge, then this is the right place for you.

Stantec is currently looking for a Contracts Manager to join our dynamic team and support on a construction supervision project in Abu Dhabi.

Some of the key job responsibilities of this role entail this following:
- Administration of the main contract in line project’s requirements, compliance with contract notification, certification, and response timeframes, tracking changes and monitoring each change through a change order process.
- Analyzing the basis and extent of change Tracking claims and monitoring progress through the claims resolution process.
- Analyzing claims and identifying merit/validity if any Managing disputes, managing commercial interface/reporting with client and other parties Analysis and valuations of work done.
- Development of compliance and payment certification protocols Preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
- Liaison with the project management team to resolve all contract issues and facilitate negotiation of client contract terms and conditions.
- Act as liaison between operations to provide client contract management and guidance on resolution of contract issues.
- Ensure that the project is running in accordance with the program and on budget. Implement risk management processes, review risk register and check risk controls. Produce and analyze progress reports, update costs and forecasts.

Qualifications

If you have the following qualifications, we would love for you to be a part our diverse team:

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university
- Minimum 15 years of work experience in all aspects of contract management
- Professional accreditation with a recognized international institute
- Experience should include managing contracts and claims.
- Ability to handle a heavy workload, and to work effectively within a team.
- Ability to work autonomously, while reviewing work on a regular basis to consistently meet objectives.
- Proficiency in MS Office Softwares (MS Excel, Word)
- Fluency in English and high degree of numeracy and literacy.
- Experience with Mega Projects
- Buildings Experience
- Construction Supervision experience

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About Stantec

We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.

The Stantec community unites approximately 35,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work. Redefine your personal best. Join us!

City

Abu Dhabi

State/Province

UAE

Country

United Arab Emirates

Location (Hold Ctrl key to select more than one Location)

United Arab Emirates-Abu Dhabi

Job Category

Civil Engineering, Construction, Contracts Procurement

Employment Type

Full-Time

Job Type

Regular