Contracts Manager Arabian Construction Company - WLL

Role Objective:

To manage, administer, and control all contractual and commercial aspects of EPC plant construction projects in compliance with ADNOC standards, FIDIC conditions of contract, and company policies, ensuring effective risk management, cost control, claims management, and contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Administration & Compliance

• Administer Prime Contract with ADNOC, ensuring compliance with contract conditions, ADNOC guidelines, and EPC project execution strategy.
• Review, analyze, and interpret contract clauses, terms, obligations, and liabilities for risk assessment.
• Ensure implementation of ADNOC Codes of Practice (COPs), General Design Guidelines (GDLs), and Specifications within the contractual framework.
• Maintain accurate and updated records of all contractual correspondence, variations, claims, and disputes.

Claims & Variations Management

• Prepare, evaluate, and defend contractual claims, variations, change orders, and extensions of time (EOT) in line with FIDIC and ADNOC contractual procedures.
• Identify potential contractual risks early and provide mitigation strategies.
• Lead negotiations with Client (ADNOC/PMC), subcontractors, and suppliers for settlement of claims and commercial issues.

Subcontract & Procurement Management

• Draft, review, and finalize subcontract agreements in line with ADNOC and FIDIC requirements.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, and cost.
• Evaluate and certify subcontractor interim and final payment applications.
• Support procurement team in reviewing vendor terms & conditions, ensuring alignment with main contract obligations.

Cost & Commercial Management

• Support project controls in preparing cash flow forecasts, cost reports, and budget control in line with EPC execution plan.
• Identify potential cost overruns and contractual risks impacting project profitability.
• Ensure all commercial deliverables (invoices, payment certificates, insurances, guarantees, bonds) comply with ADNOC requirements.

Dispute Resolution & Risk Management

• Provide expert advice on contractual disputes, arbitration, and adjudication matters.
• Maintain proactive risk register in collaboration with project controls and legal teams.
• Represent the company in dispute boards, ADNOC commercial review committees, and arbitration hearings, if required.

Project Coordination & Client Interface

• Act as the focal point for all contractual communications with Client (ADNOC), PMC, and subcontractors.
• Participate in progress review meetings, cost control reviews, and commercial negotiations.
• Ensure seamless coordination with engineering, procurement, construction, HSE, and QA/QC teams for contract-related issues.

Key Deliverables:

• Contract Review Reports (Prime & Subcontract)
• Claims & Variation Submissions (Change Orders, EOT, Disruption claims)
• Risk Register & Commercial Reports
• Subcontract Agreements & Evaluations
• Payment Certificates & Cost Control Reports
• Dispute & Settlement Documentation