Senior Contracts Manager

Coordinating the full lifecycle management of the upper structure of the airport across all professional contracts, leading the preparation of bidding documents, contract negotiation, signing, performance control, change permits, claims, subcontractor/supplier contract risk management, and liaising with the owner, supervisor, design institute, and various professional subcontractors to ensure project contract compliance, controllable costs, and clear rights and responsibilities.

Main Responsibilities

(1) Bidding and Procurement

(2) Contract Preparation, Review, and Signing

(3) Contract Performance Process Control

(4) Change, Permit, Claim, and Counter-claim Management

(5) Settlement, Completion, and Warranty Management

(6) Risk, Compliance, and External Coordination

Requirements

1. Basic Qualifications and Years of Experience

Bachelor's degree or above, with priority given to related majors such as engineering management, engineering cost estimation, law, civil engineering, mechanical and electrical engineering, and steel structure.

8 years or more of contract management experience in the construction industry, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in contract, subcontracting, and business management for large airport / transportation hub projects.

Preference given to those holding relevant certifications such as registered cost estimator, contract manager, or constructor.

(2) Professional Competence

Familiar with international engineering contract systems, proficient in using mainstream contract templates such as FIDIC, NEC, and British JCT. Experience in overseas projects in the Middle East / UAE is preferred.

(3) Language and Tool Skills

Fluent in English (both written and spoken).

Proficient in using Office, Excel (for records and reports), and PDF. Experience with BIM, P6, and cost estimation software is an advantage.

(4) Experience Requirements

Experience in the full lifecycle management of airport terminal / upper structure projects.

Preference given to those with contract management experience in engineering projects in the Middle East, UAE, and Gulf regions, as well as in projects involving Sino-foreign joint ventures.

(5) Overall Competence and Professional Ethics

Strong business negotiation and communication coordination skills, good professional ethics, strong confidentiality awareness, and strict control over contract, pricing, and business-sensitive information.

(6) Bonus Points

Familiar with local UAE engineering regulations, market conditions, subcontracting models, payment and settlement practices.

Experience in cooperation and coordination with local UAE large engineering companies and international design consulting firms.

***Competitive remuneration package, negotiable based on qualifications, relevant experience, and overall suitability for the role.

Pay: AED25,000.00 - AED35,000.00 per month

Experience:

• contract management in the construction industry: 8 years (Required)

Work Location: In person