Contracts Manager - Consultancy

NSR Associates; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is looking for a Contracts Manager / SQS to oversee contract management and commercial administration across multiple projects. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with contractual terms, manage costs, and support project delivery. A strong background in contract administration, particularly in Cost Consultancy or Main Contracting, is essential. Excellent negotiation and communication skills are required for this role.

Qualifications

• 12 years' experience in contract administration or QS role, preferably in Cost Consultancy/Main Contracting sector.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC, JCT, NEC or equivalent contract forms.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and administer contracts, subcontracts, and consultancy agreements.
• Ensure all parties adhere to contractual obligations and timelines.
• Draft contractual correspondence and notices in line with agreed terms.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Contract / cost management software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Contracts Manager / SQS to oversee contract management, cost control, and commercial administration across multiple projects. The role focuses on safeguarding the company's contractual and financial interests, ensuring compliance with agreements, and supporting project delivery within budget and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and administer contracts, subcontracts, and consultancy agreements.
• Ensure all parties adhere to contractual obligations and timelines.
• Draft contractual correspondence, notices, and variations in line with agreed terms.
• Prepare cost estimates, cash flow forecasts, and budget tracking.
• Manage interim payment applications, certifications, and final accounts.
• Evaluate claims, variations, and change orders, ensuring proper documentation and justification.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and client requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and contractual documentation for audit and dispute resolution.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve contractual and commercial issues.
• Support the project team with contractual advice and negotiation.
• Act as a key point of contact between commercial and operational teams.
• Provide regular reports on cost status, cash flow, and contractual issues.
• Advise management on contractual exposures, risks, and potential disputes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 12 years\' experience in contract administration or QS role, preferably within the Cost Consultancy / Main Contracting sector.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC, JCT, NEC, or equivalent contract forms.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and contract / cost management software.

About the company

At NSR we pride ourselves on market knowledge, integrity, loyalty and professionalism. Through personal relationships and knowledge of what our clients look for in specific requirements we like to pride ourselves on matching people to the right role. The partners at NSR have always dealt with people in an open and honest manner and as a company we are driven to find the right opportunity for people enhancing their career where ever this may be worldwide. We work on the principal that every person we deal with is a potential client, this process has proved beneficial for us as there are many people we have dealt with on the International circuit that have approached NSR Associates to recruit for them as a client after we have worked on their behalf as a candidate.