Contracts Manager

Job description / Role

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee and manage all contractual and commercial activities across ongoing projects. The ideal candidate will provide expert support in contract drafting, negotiation, compliance, dispute resolution, claims management, and stakeholder coordination. This role requires strong knowledge of construction contracts—particularly FIDIC—and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities
Contract Compliance & Oversight
• Monitor, supervise, and ensure full compliance with all project-related contractual obligations.
• Review and interpret contract terms, conditions, and obligations to safeguard the company’s interests.
• Identify contractual risks and propose mitigation strategies.

Drafting, Documentation & Correspondence
• Draft contractual correspondences, notices, legal documents, and commercial agreements in coordination with the legal team and senior management.
• Prepare, analyze, and negotiate various agreements including:
• Supply agreements
• Subcontracts
• Purchase contracts
• Lease agreements
• Consultancy contracts
• JV agreements

Claims, Variations & Dispute Resolution
• Review and respond to correspondence from clients, suppliers, and subcontractors relating to proposals, variations, claims, and contract matters.
• Prepare, assess, and negotiate claims, variations, and change requests.
• Provide expert support in construction dispute resolution, claim preparation, and documentation.

Stakeholder Management & Negotiation
• Support negotiations with clients, subcontractors, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams including Finance, Projects, Procurement, Legal, and Senior Management to ensure contract alignment with operational needs.

Reporting & Management Advisory
• Provide accurate, timely advice to senior management on contractual matters, risks, claims, and project compliance.
• Prepare and submit regular reports summarizing contract status, risks, and recommendations.

Collaboration & Coordination
• Work effectively with internal departments and external advisors to ensure all contract-related activities are aligned with company objectives.
• Act as a key focal point for contract inquiries, clarifications, and guidance across the organization.

Education
• Recognized qualification in a legal, commercial, or engineering field.

Experience
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in the GCC.
• Significant experience in construction dispute resolution.

Skills & Competencies
• Strong familiarity with FIDIC forms of contract (mandatory).
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently with a proactive approach and collaboratively within teams.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

About the Company

Dynam Holding is a multi-company group unifying longstanding legacy-building with innovative change. We marry our capacity to evolve with our capability to grow exponentially.

We’re not only an established and powerful dynasty of ethical independent success; we’re also a dynamic group that champions fresh ideas and drives more market share for all our stakeholders.