Senior Construction Contracts & Risk Lead (UAE)
Tanqeeb
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Job summary
Tanqeeb in the United Arab Emirates seeks a senior contracts lawyer to lead review and negotiation of client contracts, protecting company interests and mitigating commercial risk.
You will oversee NDA drafting, advise on pre-construction and tender reviews, and ensure compliance with UAE construction law, FIDIC, and local regulations. A formal legal qualification and UAE/GCC experience are essential.
Qualifications
- 20+ years of experience in construction, contracts or commercial functions.
- Proven track record in negotiating complex contracts and managing risk.
- Strong understanding of contract law and commercial risk.
- Familiarity with FIDIC and bespoke contract forms.
- Experience with NDA structures and legal documentation.
- Pre-contract and tender review experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead review and negotiation of client contracts, identifying and mitigating commercial and legal risks.
- Manage and advise on contractual legal matters and interpretation of clauses.
- Oversee NDA preparation and review to protect company interests.
- Support pre-construction and tender reviews, assessing terms and conditions.
- Provide guidance on legal and contractual frameworks across project lifecycles.
- Liaise with external advisors as required.
- Monitor UAE construction law, FIDIC and local regulations.
- Contribute to strategic decision-making on high-value projects and bids.
Skills
Education
Job description
Tanqeeb in the United Arab Emirates seeks a senior contracts lawyer to lead review and negotiation of client contracts, protecting company interests and mitigating commercial risk.
You will oversee NDA drafting, advise on pre-construction and tender reviews, and ensure compliance with UAE construction law, FIDIC, and local regulations. A formal legal qualification and UAE/GCC experience are essential.
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