Contracts Manager

Job description / Role

The job requirement is to ensure the profitability and maximum return on the investment for each construction activity/project undertaken by SPML in the UAE by the adherence to and application of apposite Contractual Conditions, risk mitigation and contractual safeguards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- In conjunction with the VP-Qatar and the Head of Tendering, responsible for the formulation of the SPML companys business strategies and business planning for the Qatar region.
- Responsible for reviewing and advising the VP on the Commercial and Contractual Conditions applicable to construction tenders or direct invitations to work as Contractor to ensure their equitability.
- In co-ordination with the SPQ Project Director/Project Head/ Project Manager, jointly responsible for determining and documenting the Procurement Strategy for awarded Works and for finalizing all sub-contract & Procurement Agreements.
- Responsible for the drafting/provision of contractual letters/documentation in support of contract claims, contractual breech and Client dissatisfaction.
- Responsible for the financial performance of individual projects along with the sites Project Manager and for reporting such to the Vice President.
- Responsible for the management of the QA/QC requirements (and use of Procedures) to ensure documentary compliance with Company standards and levels of professionalism within the Regional Office Procurement Department and Contracts Section.
- Responsible for the management and operational activities of the Regional Office Procurement Department.
- Responsible for formulating and closing all contractual claims and if necessary, proceeding to arbitration and the taking of legal action (in association with appointed legal experts).

Requirements

- Finalization and ratification of subcontractor variation orders and final accounts.
- Preparation of JV Agreements and JV Board memberships.
- Liaises with Accounts Department to finalize Insurance and Bond related matters for new projects.
- Approves request for Performance Bonds and Bank Guarantees.
- Coordinates contract handover and participated in kick-off meetings.
- Undertakes final account negotiation with the Clients/Consultants/Contractors.
- Coordinates staff training and the performance appraisal of Commercial Department staff.
- Assists in dealing with all correspondence related to commercial matters on all SPQ on sites.

About the Company

QS Quest Global Markets Ltd are a niche Recruitment & Search Consultancy specialising in the Construction, Engineering & Finance markets throughout the EMEA region.

Across the globe through focused and insightful management of the recruitment process, QS Quest Global Markets Ltd help to source the most accomplished talent in the market for our clients.

Mr. Terry Forsyth (Manging Director) has over 18 years experience in Senior & Executive Recruitment internationally, with an unrivalled understanding of the Global recruitment process from A-Z

QS Quest Global Markets Ltd vision is to bring the best of international recruitment practices to our clients operating throughout the EMEA region.

Our specialist approach to our search process enables us to advise on the current industry trends, providing our clients with up to date market intelligence, including salary benchmarking, which will enable our clients to attract the best possible talent on the market.

Established in London, we offer multi-country recruitment & search services to our clients in the EMEA region, specialising within the Construction, Engineering & Finance Markets.

We fully understand local based recruitment is also extremely important to many clients, so with the ability to also source & attract local based talent, QS Quest Global Markets Ltd are able to offer a fully tailored recruitment & search service to our clients.