Contracts Manager — Post-Contract & Cost Control (FIDIC)

Bilfinger Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join the supervision team on the Mafraq Development Project in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee post-contract activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring robust commercial, contractual, and financial control in line with FIDIC contracts.

The role requires a deep understanding of EOT claims, variations, risk management, and stakeholder liaison with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 15–20 years of contracts management experience in construction, oil & gas, or industrial sectors preferred.
• Experience with FIDIC Conditions of Contract administration and post-contract management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee post-contract activities from award through close-out.
• Lead budget, cost control, forecasting, and reporting.
• Manage EOT claims, variation orders, and dispute resolution processes.
• Apply value management to optimize project outcomes and control costs.
• Support planning activities with engineering teams and contribute to tendering when required.
• Manage contracts and consultancy agreements, ensuring compliance with obligations.
• Oversee project budget allocation and resource planning.
• Provide contract-related project management support and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Budget & cost control

Contractual negotiation

Stakeholder management

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quantity Surveying/Construction Management/Law

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Bilfinger is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join the supervision team on the Mafraq Development Project in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee post-contract activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring robust commercial, contractual, and financial control in line with FIDIC contracts.

The role requires a deep understanding of EOT claims, variations, risk management, and stakeholder liaison with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.