CONTRACTS MANAGER
- Doha, Qatar
Posted 25 days ago
About the role
WE ARE HIRING – CONTRACTS MANAGER
Location: Qatar
Industry: Infrastructure / Roads / Drainage
We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee contract and commercial management across multiple large-scale infrastructure project sites in Qatar.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and administer contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, deliverables, and requirements.
- Draft, review, and respond to formal contractual correspondence to protect the company's contractual and commercial position.
- Identify contractual and project risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
- Lead the preparation and negotiation of claims, variations, and Extension of Time (EOT) submissions.
- Ensure project activities comply with contract conditions, Qatar regulations, and company policies.
- Support the negotiation and resolution of contractual disputes through appropriate mechanisms.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams on contractual and commercial matters.
- Lead and mentor contract administrators and commercial teams across project sites.
- Manage Cost-Plus Contracts, including cost tracking, payment mechanisms, and transparency of reimbursable works.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in contracts and commercial management.
- Proven experience in large-scale roads, infrastructure, and drainage projects is essential.
- Experience with PWA / Ashghal projects is highly advantageous.
- Strong understanding of Cost-Plus, Lump Sum, and other common construction contract types.
- MRICS, MCIOB, CIArb, or equivalent professional certification is highly preferred.
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
- Excellent contract administration and commercial management skills.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and contractual correspondence abilities.
- In-depth knowledge of construction laws, industry standards, and Qatar practices.
- Strong expertise in claims, variations, EOTs, risk management, and dispute resolution.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and team coordination skills.
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in Contracts and Commercial Management?
- Do you have hands-on experience with large-scale roads, infrastructure, and drainage projects?
- Do you have experience working on PWA / Ashghal projects in Qatar?
- Do you have experience managing Cost-Plus Contracts?
- Do you have experience preparing and negotiating claims, variations, and Extension of Time (EOT) submissions?
- Do you have experience handling contractual disputes and supporting dispute resolution?
- What is your current and expected salary?
- What is your notice period?
Work Location: In person