Senior Construction Contracts Manager (FIDIC & Risk)

KF; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contracting organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee all contractual aspects of projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and managing disputes. With at least 10 years of contract management experience in construction and strong knowledge of FIDIC and UAE laws, candidates must demonstrate excellent negotiation skills and the ability to manage high-value contracts effectively.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in contract management within construction.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC and UAE contract laws.
• Proven experience in managing high‑value contracts and complex disputes.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate contracts with clients and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and legal requirements.
• Manage claims, variations and dispute resolution.
• Provide contractual advice to project teams.
• Implement contract management systems and best practices.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law or Quantity Surveying

Professional certification (MRICS or equivalent)

Tools

Contract management software

MS Office tools

Job description

A leading contracting organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee all contractual aspects of projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and managing disputes. With at least 10 years of contract management experience in construction and strong knowledge of FIDIC and UAE laws, candidates must demonstrate excellent negotiation skills and the ability to manage high-value contracts effectively.