Egis

Senior Contracts Engineer (Marine and Ports)

Kuwait City, KuwaitPosted 3 weeks ago

Salary
AED 143k–215k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
On site

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Contracts Manager to join our team for a major port project in Kuwait. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in overseeing all aspects of contract management for this significant infrastructure development. Develop, negotiate, and manage complex contracts related to the port project, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from initiation to closeout, for multiple stakeholders and subcontractors Implement and maintain effective contract management systems and processes Identify and mitigate contractual risks, resolving disputes and claims in a timely manner Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and construction, to ensure project objectives are met Prepare and analyze financial reports, forecasts, and budgets related to contract performance Provide regular status updates and reports to senior management and stakeholders Stay current with local construction codes, maritime regulations, and international best practices in contract management

Requirements

Bachelor's degree Minimum 15 years of experience in contract management for large-scale construction projects Extensive knowledge of international contract law and FIDIC contracts Proven track record in successfully managing complex contracts and resolving contractual disputes Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite  Strong leadership skills with the ability to work in a multicultural environment Willingness to relocate to Kuwait for the duration of the project

Responsibilities

Develop, negotiate, and manage complex contracts related to the port project, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations. Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from initiation to closeout, for multiple stakeholders and subcontractors. Implement and maintain effective contract management systems and processes. Identify and mitigate contractual risks, resolving disputes and claims in a timely manner. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and construction, to ensure project objectives are met. Prepare and analyze financial reports, forecasts, and budgets related to contract performance. Provide regular status updates and reports to senior management and stakeholders. Stay current with local construction codes, maritime regulations, and international best practices in contract management.

Skills

  • Contract management
  • FIDIC contracts
  • Contract negotiation
  • Dispute resolution
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Financial analysis
  • Project lifecycle management
  • Stakeholder management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Leadership

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