Senior EPC Contracts Counsel: Negotiation Expert

UCC Holding; Doha; On-site; QAR 260,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

UCC Holding is seeking a Legal Counsel to support the Legal team on the full lifecycle of large-scale EPC contracts underpinning its construction projects, from drafting through negotiation, execution and issue resolution.

The role requires strong contract negotiation ability, drafting versatility, and experience or exposure to EPC/construction contracting. Fluency in English is essential; Arabic is a plus, and collaboration with commercial, project management and procurement teams is expected.

Qualifications

• A legal degree with bar admission in a recognized jurisdiction.
• Minimum 5–8 years post-qualification experience in large‑scale contracts, preferably EPC or construction.
• Fluent English; Arabic is a plus; strong drafting and redlining capabilities; capable of independent negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Support full lifecycle of large-scale contracts from drafting through negotiation, execution and issue resolution.
• Lead or closely support negotiations of high-value, complex commercial contracts with counterparties.
• Draft, redline, and adapt standard-form or bespoke EPC contracts for energy, oil & gas or infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with commercial, project management and procurement teams; liaise with contractors and external counsel.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Drafting & redlining

EPC/Construction law

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Arbitration/Dispute resolution

Education

LLB/JD

Bar admission

LLM in construction law

Job description

UCC Holding is seeking a Legal Counsel to support the Legal team on the full lifecycle of large-scale EPC contracts underpinning its construction projects, from drafting through negotiation, execution and issue resolution.

The role requires strong contract negotiation ability, drafting versatility, and experience or exposure to EPC/construction contracting. Fluency in English is essential; Arabic is a plus, and collaboration with commercial, project management and procurement teams is expected.