Contracts Manager - Infrastructure Programme

About the role

KBR is appointed under a framework agreement with Aldar Projects in Abu Dhabi to oversee a diverse portfolio of developments contributing to the emirate's growth, including infrastructure, utility works, service networks and community facilities such as schools, mosques and parks. As Contracts Manager you report to the Project Lead and manage the contracts during the post-construction, close-out and handover stages, working with the procurement department where required through to completion, final account and handover.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the contractual aspects of the projects as part of the programme management consultant's role on a major infrastructure development programme.
• Oversee the Supervision Consultant's contracts team and administer the construction and supervision contracts in line with the Conditions of Contract and project requirements.
• Advise and interface with the Engineer and Employer on contractual obligations, rights, risks and entitlements, and coordinate with other PMC disciplines.
• Support interpretation of contract clauses and advise on risk management, disagreements and disputes.
• Coordinate with commercial and quantity surveying teams on payment applications and commercial assessments, and review valuations of variations and claims.
• Prepare and review contractual letters, notices, determinations, recommendations and reports, and prepare contract amendments as needed.
• Review payments for contractor and consultant, bonds and insurances, and comment on potential change items.
• Monitor and report on the contracts administration performance of consultants, supervisors and contractors, and liaise with Employer Project Delivery, Core and Procurement teams.

Required profile

• BSc in Quantity Surveying, construction management, engineering, architecture or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 10-15 years of overall relevant experience, with at least 8 years in the role and 5 years regional experience.
• Sound knowledge of commercial aspects of buildings, community facilities and infrastructure projects, including structures, roads, bridges and utilities.
• Experience of major projects in the Middle East; professional memberships such as MRICS are an advantage.

Required skills

• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Experience of major projects in the Middle East.
• Team player able to work independently when required.
• Commercial awareness, leadership, planning and organisation.