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Contract Manager

A Contract Manager is responsible for key functions within their domain of expertise. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across kuwait, saudi with 9 recent postings.

GCC postings
9
Active markets
2
Typical experience
15+ years
Key responsibilities
  • 01Manage and administer contracts for large
  • 02scale EPC construction projects Oversee contract compliance, variations, claims, and negotiations Coordinate with project, engineering, and procurement teams on
  • 03site Ensure contractual risk management and adherence to project timelines Support commercial strategy and dispute resolution as required
  • 04Be familiar with the FIDIC Conditions of Contract to drive the principles of claim avoidance and claim mitigation, risk and opportunities, and advise the Project Manager.
  • 05Coordinate with other members of the Employer’s team and provide Contract Administration advice based on the Conditions of Contract:
  • 06Contractor’s obligations and reporting deliverables
  • 07Entitlement to Liquidated and Ascertained Damages
  • 08Delays, disruptions, and extensions of time
  • 09Consequences of acceleration
  • 10Assessment of Loss and expense, save in connection with adjudication, arbitration, litigation, or any other formal dispute resolution procedure
  • 11Develop and maintain logs for notices of claims, claim submissions, all amendments to all construction contracts and all other types of notices and correspondence.
  • 12Coordinate with the Project Manager to lead the process for the appropriate response to any Contractor’s notices and claims, and advise the Employer with draft responses/determinations.
Preferred qualifications
  • — based projects Experience working in KSA or the Middle East is preferred

Required skills

procurementnegotiationcompliancerisk managementexcelpresentationcustomer servicecommunication

Tools & technologies

teamsexcel

Hiring companies we see

  • Abunayyan Holding
  • Dar wa Emaar
  • Italconsult SpA
  • Archirodon Group N.V.
  • Brainstorm Human Resources Consultants
  • Rider Levett Bucknall

Hired across

  • kuwait
  • saudi
FAQ

  • What does a Contract Manager do in the GCC?

    A Contract Manager in the GCC performs core duties related to procurement, negotiation, compliance, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Contract Manager?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 15+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Contract Manager in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across kuwait, saudi, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Contract Manager role?

    Key skills include procurement, negotiation, compliance, risk management, excel, presentation, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Contract Manager in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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