Contract Manager

Job Description

Who we are

Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager to join our Legal team based in Dubai, UAE. In this role, you will be responsible for accurate administration of contracts with key clients alongside supporting Project Managers on strategic projects. You will liaise with the Legal, Procurement and Commercial departments as well as Project Controllers and Project Coordinators.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration of contractual terms and conditions starting from the contract award through to contract close-out and final settlement.

• Oversee the performance and implementation of key contract obligations, for the purposes of minimizing contractual risks.

• Serve as point of contact with Legal in contractual matters and with all other relevant stakeholders by monitoring contract compliance with established procedures.

• Coordinate with Project Managers and other project stakeholders internally to address any contractual issues / risks related to: cost / time variations.

• Pursue any project-claims related matters (inclusive of any dispute resolution as required).

• Prepare and negotiate with the client any contract variances such as variation requests, extension of time etc.

• Maintain and track contractual records, including communications / letters between all parties.

• Monitor the project schedule and cashflow to ensure no schedule and cost overruns.

• Ensure timely issuance of Insurance Certificates and Bank Guarantees in compliance with the contract as well as their cancellations.

• Monitor the preparation of progress invoices (including required supporting documents) and follow-up on timely cash collection.

• Attend important client and subcontractor meetings and ensure proper minutes of meeting are recorded.

What Skills & Experience Will You Have?

• Bsc Engineering / Construction Management / other construction related degree with post graduate degree on  legal/contracts & claims training.

• 5-7 Years minimum project experience with Engineering, Procurement and Construction (“EPC”)  companies, offshore. Project experience

• Post tender claims experience would be an advantage

• Fluency is Arabic would be an advantage

• Law Certification and / or Project Management certification

What we offer

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion

At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**