Senior Contract Engineer - FIDIC & Commercials (UAE)

AL MARWAN GEN. CONT. CO. L.L.C. - SP; Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking an experienced Contract Engineer to manage contractual and commercial activities for infrastructure and construction projects in the UAE. The role focuses on FIDIC contracts, subcontract administration, claims, variations, EOT, and contractual correspondence.

The ideal candidate will administer main contracts, review documents, prepare notices and submissions, manage subcontract agreements, monitor deadlines, and coordinate with project teams to support final accounts and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• 7–10 years of construction/contracts experience.
• 3–5+ years UAE/GCC experience, preferably in infrastructure projects.
• Strong practical knowledge of FIDIC, particularly the 1999 Red Book.
• Experience in subcontract administration, claims, variations, EOT, and contractual notices.
• Good understanding of BOQs, rates, payments, and final accounts.
• Strong written and spoken English. Excellent contractual, commercial, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer main contracts in accordance with FIDIC and project requirements.
• Review contract documents, specifications, BOQs, and contractual conditions.
• Prepare and manage contractual notices, claims, variations, and EOT submissions.
• Draft and review contractual correspondence with Employers, Engineers, Consultants, and subcontractors.
• Prepare, review, and administer subcontract agreements and amendments.
• Monitor contractual obligations, risks, entitlements, and deadlines.
• Review subcontractor claims, variations, and commercial matters.
• Support final accounts, payment matters, and dispute resolution.
• Maintain contractual registers, records, and claims documentation.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, QS, Planning, Procurement, and Technical teams.

Skills

FIDIC contracts knowledge

Contract administration

Negotiation skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Claim management

Education

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

Tools

FIDIC Red Book 1999

Job description

Tanqeeb is seeking an experienced Contract Engineer to manage contractual and commercial activities for infrastructure and construction projects in the UAE. The role focuses on FIDIC contracts, subcontract administration, claims, variations, EOT, and contractual correspondence.

The ideal candidate will administer main contracts, review documents, prepare notices and submissions, manage subcontract agreements, monitor deadlines, and coordinate with project teams to support final accounts and