Contract Manager

Job description / Role

- Manage the project controls department comprising of contract administrators, quantity surveyors, planners, cost engineers, document control and procurement.
- Managing and overseeing the consultants and contractors cost control procedures throughout the duration of the project
- Managing and implementing all required cost control and audit procedures for all Project Cost Control activities designed to measure the project status.
- Assessing, evaluation and making recommendations related to any financial claim and providing the necessary input with regards to the contracts in place.
- Evaluation of all variations, additional works, field changes, additions and omission, and incorporation of the same with the Monthly Cost reports.
- Preparing and pricing Change Orders and negotiating agreement with the Contractor / Consultants as necessary.
- Reporting on contractual and financial matters related to all consultancy /contracting companies within the organisation, including procurement strategies and monthly financial reports.
- Liaising with the legal department on all legal matters concerning the contracting organisations.
- Liaising with senior representatives of third party, project management, consultant, main contractor and subcontractor organisations.
- Review and verify all contract documentation between the consultancy /contracting companies and any other party, including Joint Venture Agreements, Memorandums of Understanding etc.
- Developing, implementing and monitoring monthly cost control mechanisms, including financial statements and document control procedures.
- Forming claims strategies for the consultancy/contracting companies in consultation with the respective senior management.
- Preparation of select contractual correspondence to protect the various company interests.
- Reviewing and verifying all contract documentation between the contracting companies and any third party.
- Review and verify correctness and suitability of outside consultant produced contracts
- Facilitate Value Engineering Workshops at design and construction phases.
- Manage Quantity Surveyors on take offs of multi-dicisipline design quenitities (Bills of Qauntities – BOQ)

Requirements

- Degree in Quantity Surveying
- At least 15 years’ experience as a QS/Contracts Manager.
- Member of a professional body such as MRICS
- Experience working in both consultancy and contracting within the hospitality sector would be a huge advantage.
- A strong understanding of prime and subcontracts.
- Strong technical and practical understanding of engineering, procurement and construction.
- Experience developing contracts administration policies and procedures
- Cost and contract management experience within a relevant field or sector; ideally the FIDIC or NEC form of contracts.
- Good understanding of project financial management principles with cost estimating, forecasting and reporting experience
- Project planning and scheduling experience with the capability to recognise key cost and schedule drivers within complex multi-contract projects
- Highly proficient with MS Excel and knowledgeable with a planning tool such as MS Project or Primavera
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in English

About the Company

The Heart of Europe (THOE) will be the worlds only island destination that brings together the best of Europe. The vision behind this worlds iconic, one of a kind project is to create an elegant European lifestyle experience where every detail is underscored by luxury and perfection.

Imagine a place where every day is a delight to the senses. Where every sunrise holds the prospect of a fresh discovery. A destination that inspires adventure. A life that lifts you far from the rat race. This is more than just a destination; this is a lifestyle like no other. An address that captures the very essence of effortless European living and creates a vacation experience that goes beyond imagination. This project brings together the very best of European designs, heritage and hospitality in a truly breathtaking and unique island setting. The Heart of Europe finds its home amidst the stunning archipelago of the World Islands, which stretch 4km from Dubais coastline. Surrounded by the glittering waters of the Arabian Gulf, this iconic project occupies a cluster of six islands within the World development, creating a contemporary haven that is the epitome of sophisticated living.