Contract Manager

CONFIDENCIAL; Doha; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-international consultancy company is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager for a major buildings project in East Africa. The successful candidate will oversee all contractual aspects, ensuring compliance and minimizing risks while maximizing project value. This role requires strong leadership and negotiation skills, along with extensive experience in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in contract management within the construction industry.
• Proven track record in international or remote project environments.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC and other standard forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation, negotiation, and administration of contracts.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and relevant legal requirements.
• Identify and mitigate potential contractual and commercial risks.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Construction Law

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

A leading multi - International Consultancy Company are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Contracts Manager to join our team for a major buildings project in East Africa - Rwanda. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in overseeing all contractual and commercial aspects of the project, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, minimizing risks, and maximizing value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the preparation, negotiation, and administration of contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, project specifications, and relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate potential contractual and commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide strategic advice on contract interpretation, claims, variations, and dispute resolution.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow to support project financial objectives.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, procurement teams, and legal advisors.

Requirements:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in contract management within the construction industry, including substantial experience on buildings projects.
• Proven track record working in international or remote project environments.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC and other standard forms of contract.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in English language.