Contracts manager

AtkinsRéalis; As Sudiyah; Sur place; OMR 35 000 - 58 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Résumé du poste

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Contracts Manager to oversee all contract-related activities for a rail project during the construction phase, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and supporting during the construction supervision phase.

The role requires leading negotiations, mitigating risks, reporting progress, and liaising with the Claims Manager to ensure robust contractual responses across multiple departments.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in contract management, construction/infrastructure
• Knowledge of contract law and industry standards; FIDIC a plus
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management
• Experience on rail or transportation projects is a plus

Responsabilités

• Oversee administration of project contracts for legal, financial and corporate compliance
• Lead negotiations with clients, contractors and stakeholders
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks; advise on opportunities/threats
• Provide regular progress reports to client and internal stakeholders
• Liaise with Claims Manager for robust contract-compliant responses
• Ensure provision of necessary technical data to Contract Administration Senior Manager
• Prepare and deliver contractual presentations as required
• Collaborate with departments to ensure legal/financial compliance
• Drive progress in contractual progress meetings and ensure obligations are met

Connaissances

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Project management

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Formation

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree preferred

Outils

FIDIC knowledge

Description du poste

Job Description

Overview

The Contracts Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing all contract-related activities for the rail project during the construction phase. This role involves ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, managing contract negotiations, and providing support during the construction supervision phase. The Contracts Manager will work closely with various departments to ensure the successful execution of the project.

Your role

• Contract Management: Oversee the administration of all contracts related to the project, ensuring compliance with legal, financial, and corporate protocols.
• Negotiations: Lead negotiations for complex contractual issues, representing the organization in discussions with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate contractual risks, providing advice on potential opportunities and threats.
• Progress Reporting: Provide regular progress reports to the client and internal stakeholders, highlighting any contractual risks and opportunities.
• Claims Management: Liaise with the Claims Manager to ensure a robust response to any claims, in compliance with the contract.
• Technical Data Provision: Ensure the provision of all necessary technical data to the Contract Administration Senior Manager.
• Contractual Presentations: Prepare and deliver contractual presentations as required.
• Liaison with Departments: Work closely with the required departments to ensure compliance with any legal, financial, and corporate protocols.
• Contractual Progress Meetings: Drive progression via contractual progress meetings, ensuring all contractual obligations are met.

About you

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) or equivalent are highly desirable.

Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in contract management, preferably in the construction or infrastructure sector.
• In-depth knowledge of contract law, construction contracts, and industry standards. Familiarity with FIDIC contracts is a plus.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple contracts and stakeholders effectively.
• Prior experience working on a rail or transportation project will be a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks.
• High level of attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in contract administration.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Experience in project management, with the ability to manage complex projects and meet deadlines.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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