Senior Contract Engineer
Job Fit Check
Base Career helps you apply smarter for this job.
Key skills for this role
About the Role
The Senior Contracts Engineer manages all contractual and commercial aspects of projects from procurement through execution.
Key Skills for This Role
Full Job Posting
Overview
The Senior Contracts Engineer manages all contractual and commercial aspects of projects from procurement through execution.
Acting as the developer-side authority, you will protect and optimize the companies contractual position by overseeing contract administration, variation management, claims assessment, and dispute avoidance.
Responsibilities
- **Contract Administration**
- : Administer FIDIC-based construction contracts, ensure compliance with timelines/notices, and provide contractual guidance to project teams
- **Procurement & Formation**
- : Support tender and contract document preparation, evaluate contractor submissions, identify risks/gaps, and assist in contract negotiations
- **Change Management**
- : Review, evaluate, and process variation orders and change requests in line with governance procedures; maintain variation and cost-impact registers
- **Claims & Disputes**
- : Assess contractor claims (EOT, cost, disruption), evaluate entitlements, and lead responses and negotiation strategies to minimize disputes
- **Risk & Reporting**
- : Identify commercial risks, provide early warnings on potential breaches or delays, and prepare regular compliance and status reports for management
- **Team Coordination**
- : Partner with Project Managers, Planning/Cost Engineers, and Consultants to align project execution with contractual and commercial strategies
Qualifications
- **Educatio**
- n: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management
- **Experienc**
- e: 15+ years in contract administration and commercial management, specifically withi
- n UAE constructi
- on (Dubai preferred) for developers, consultants, or Tier-1 contractor
- **Expertis**
- e: Deep knowledge o
- f FIDIC contrac
- ts, claims analysis, and dispute resolution
- **Core Skill**
- s: Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills; ability to practically apply complex contract clauses.
Apply for this job in 1 click
Skip the repetitive application forms
Install the Base Career Chrome Extension and autofill job applications across major job boards with your profile.
Trusted by over 500,000 job seekers on Base Career
More from this employer
More jobs at LOBA GROUP
Senior Planning Engineer
Sharjah Emirate, UAE
LOBA GROUP seeks a Senior Planning Engineer to develop and analyze master schedules for large-scale roads and infrastructure projects in Sharjah. The role requires expertise in Primavera P6, delay analysis, and coordinat
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Sharjah Emirate, UAE
LOBA GROUP seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor with deep expertise in heavy civil construction to lead commercial management and contract administration for large-scale infrastructure projects in Sharjah. The role involves
Manager - Quantity Surveyor
Sharjah Emirate, UAE
LOBA GROUP is seeking a Quantity Surveying Manager to lead commercial and contractual management for infrastructure projects in Sharjah. The role involves cost planning, budgeting, procurement, and team leadership. Candi
BIM Lead
Dubai, UAE
LOBA GROUP is seeking a BIM Lead for Interior Design in Dubai. The role involves managing BIM workflows, leading coordination meetings, and ensuring project standards. Candidates need minimum 8 years BIM experience with
Director of Business Development
Dubai, UAE
We are seeking a high-caliber Sales Business Development Director to drive growth and secure high-value fit-out projects across the Emirates. Must have extensive UAE experience, an active regional network, and a proven t
Director of Engineering
Doha, QAT
LOBA GROUP seeks a seasoned Technical Engineering Director to lead a Data Centre business unit. The role requires 20+ years of experience executing turnkey, mission-critical infrastructure projects. You will serve as the
Construction Manager
Sharjah Emirate, UAE
LOBA GROUP seeks a Construction Manager to oversee site operations for large-scale roads and infrastructure projects in the UAE. You will lead daily activities, manage resources, and ensure quality and safety compliance.
Director of Administration
Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Admin Director leads group-wide administration functions for a construction company with over 50,000 employees. This role oversees facilities, workforce support, immigration, and compliance, reporting directly to the
Senior Planning Engineer
Sharjah Emirate, UAE
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Sharjah Emirate, UAE
Manager - Quantity Surveyor
Sharjah Emirate, UAE
BIM Lead
Dubai, UAE
Director of Business Development
Dubai, UAE
Director of Engineering
Doha, QAT
Construction Manager
Sharjah Emirate, UAE
Director of Administration
Abu Dhabi, UAE