Required Contract Engineer (Civil)

TestHiring; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

TestHiring in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Contract Engineer (Civil) to manage contractual, commercial and administrative aspects of civil construction projects across the GCC. You will oversee contracts from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with project objectives, UAE regulations and FIDIC standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, at least 5 years' GCC experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple

Qualifications

• 5+ years of GCC civil contracting experience.
• Knowledge of FIDIC contracts.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Administer contracts for ongoing civil projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Review tender documents, BOQs, drawings and technical specifications.
• Manage contracts, subcontracts and project agreements with precision.
• Handle variations, claims and extension of time (EOT) submissions and negotiations.
• Coordinate with project teams, consultants and clients to ensure alignment.
• Ensure all project activities comply with UAE standards and contractual obligations.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all contract-related processes.
• Provide support to project and commercial teams as required.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Summary

The Contract Engineer (Civil) plays a critical role in ensuring the successful execution of civil construction projects within the GCC region by managing all contractual commercial and administrative aspects. This position is essential for maintaining compliance mitigating risks and supporting seamless project delivery through effective coordination with project managers consultants and clients. The engineer will oversee contracts from inception to completion ensuring alignment with project objectives UAE regulations and FIDIC standards.

Responsibilities

• Administer contracts for ongoing civil projects throughout their lifecycle
• Review tender documents Bill of Quantities (BOQs) drawings and technical specifications
• Manage contracts subcontracts and project agreements with precision
• Handle variations claims and extension of time (EOT) submissions and negotiations
• Coordinate closely with project teams consultants and clients to ensure alignment
• Ensure all project activities comply with UAE standards and contractual obligations
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation for all contract-related processes
• Provide support to project and commercial teams as required

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the GCC region
• Proven understanding of construction contracts and FIDIC conditions
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• High attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving approach

Required Skills

Engineer Certified Proven experience with Oracle ERP systems in a construction or project management environment Strong organizational and documentation management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced deadline-driven setting Proficiency in project lifecycle administration and process optimization

Required Education

Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering