Commercial Contracts Support Manager

Commercial Contracts Support Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Commercial Contracts Support Manager

Company: KBR-Abu Dhabi

Project: Water Transmission Scheme

Location: Abu Dhabi

Experience Required: 15+ years

Employment Type: Full-time, Contract

About Company

The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Job Purpose

The Engineering Project Controls Manager will oversee the Water Transmission Scheme’s contract administration, contract compliance, claims management and dispute resolution.

This is a PMC role, and there will be multiple Supervision Consultants and EPC’s appointed directly by the Client. This role involves strategic planning, resource management, and collaboration with various stakeholders to meet project objectives, timelines, and budget constraints.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide commercial and contractual support across all project lots.

• Monitor contract compliance, addressing deviations with DELIVERY CONTRACTORS and SUPERVISION CONSULTANTS.

• Assist in contract negotiations, claims management, and dispute resolution.

• Prepare and review financial and commercial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Law or Quantity Surveying. MRICS or equivalent certification is preferred.

• 15+ years of contracts administration experience in large infrastructure projects

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and cost control software

• Proficiency in contract management software (e.g. Oracle Primavera Unifier).

Soft Skills

• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• A proactive approach to risk management and conflict resolution.

• Negotiation and stakeholder management.