๐ Position: Senior Contract Manager
๐ข Company: KILONEWTONS
๐ Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
๐ Experience: 10+ Years
๐ Job Overview
KILONEWTONS is looking for a highly skilled Contract Manager to lead our Abu Dhabi commercial operations. You will be responsible for drafting, negotiating, and managing high-value contracts while ensuring compliance and minimizing risk.
๐ฏ Key Responsibilities:
โ Contract Lifecycle Management:
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts (FIDIC, NEC, etc.)
- Manage contract amendments, extensions & terminations
- Ensure contract compliance with UAE laws & regulations
โ Risk Management:
- Identify and mitigate commercial & legal risks
- Develop contractual dispute resolution strategies
- Conduct contractual risk assessments
โ Commercial Oversight:
- Monitor contract performance & obligations
- Manage payment terms, penalties & incentives
- Optimize contractual terms for cost efficiency
โ Stakeholder Coordination:
- Liaise with legal, finance & project teams
- Advise senior management on contractual matters
- Maintain contract documentation & databases
โ Process Improvement:
- Develop standard contract templates & clauses
- Implement digital contract management systems
- Train teams on contract best practices
๐ ๏ธ Required Skills & Qualifications:
โ Technical Expertise:
- 10+ years in contract management (construction/oil & gas preferred)
- Expert knowledge of FIDIC & UAE contract law
- Strong negotiation & analytical skills
โ Software & Tools:
- Contract Management: Ariba, Concord, or similar
- Document Management: SharePoint, DocuSign
- MS Office Suite: Advanced Excel & Word
โ Essential Skills:
- Excellent communication & leadership
- Ability to manage multiple high-value contracts
- Fluency in English (Arabic a strong plus)
โ Education:
- Degree in Law, Business, or Quantity Surveying
- Professional certification (e.g., ICCM, CCM) preferred
๐ Why Join KILONEWTONS?
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Attractive tax-free salary + benefits
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High-profile projects in Abu Dhabi
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Professional development support
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Multinational work environment
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Leadership opportunities