Contract Engineer

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities Job Description – Contract Engineer Position: Contract Engineer Location: UAE Experience Required: 10–15 Years Employment Type: Full-Time Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Contract Engineer with 10–15 years of proven experience in contract administration, commercial management, claims management, and project contractual compliance. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all contractual aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions, mitigating contractual risks, and supporting project teams throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Review, interpret, and administer project contracts, subcontracts, and consultancy agreements. Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, project specifications, and applicable regulations. Identify, evaluate, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks. Prepare, review, and negotiate contract terms, amendments, variations, and change orders. Manage contractual correspondence between clients, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors. Evaluate claims, variations, extension of time (EOT) requests, and dispute-related matters. Support project teams in resolving contractual issues and providing contractual advice. Monitor project progress and identify events that may impact contract performance. Maintain comprehensive contract records, documentation, and contractual registers. Coordinate with project controls, planning, procurement, legal, and finance departments. Assist in tender evaluations, bid analysis, and contract award recommendations. Review payment applications, invoices, and commercial submissions for contractual compliance. Participate in negotiations, dispute avoidance, dispute resolution, and settlement discussions. Prepare contractual reports and presentations for management review. Ensure all contract activities align with company policies and project objectives. Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, or a related discipline. 10–15 years of experience in contract administration and commercial management. Strong experience in construction, infrastructure, oil & gas, industrial, EPC, or MEP projects. Thorough understanding of contract management principles and commercial practices. Strong knowledge of contract interpretation, claims management, and dispute resolution. Experience managing large-scale projects and multiple stakeholders. Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong report-writing and communication abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management systems. Desired Candidate Profile Preferred Qualifications Experience with FIDIC Contracts (Red Book, Yellow Book, Silver Book, etc.). Professional certifications such as MRICS, PMP, CCM, CIArb, or equivalent. Experience in UAE/GCC projects. Familiarity with arbitration, mediation, and contractual dispute procedures. Knowledge of procurement and tendering processes. Employment Type Full Time Company Industry ConstructionCivil Engineering Department / Functional Area Engineering Keywords Contract EngineerContract EngineeringClaims ManagementVariation OrdersEot Get real-time job updates only on our App