Contracts Manager

About the role

We are seeking a Contracts Manager to lead pre‑ and post‑contract activities for a multi‑million‑dollar infrastructure project in Doha, Qatar. The role involves interfacing with the client, consultants and contractors throughout the project lifecycle and providing strategic guidance on risk, bids and business planning.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with the client and project management consultants on proposal preparation, contract negotiations and administration.
• Review requests for proposals to identify risks and non‑conforming contractual terms.
• Negotiate complex or sensitive issues with clients and maintain active participation in professional societies.
• Oversee staffing assignments, recruit, interview, evaluate and manage personnel, including corrective actions and terminations.
• Provide technical guidance to ensure timely and proficient contract administration across multiple contracts.

Required profile

• B.Sc. degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Construction.
• Minimum 15 years of prime contract administration and management experience in a large international engineering and construction firm, with at least 10 years in a similar senior capacity.
• English language proficiency.
• Chartered membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) or equivalent preferred.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, JCT, ICE and EJCDC contract standards.
• Proficiency with PC‑based contract administration software packages.