AECOM · Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi · Ref: 30092682
Website AECOM
Employer posting date: 30 Sep 2026
Job details
Job overview
AECOM is recruiting a Contracts Manager in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The active official vacancy, reference J10160191, supports construction, infrastructure, engineering or site-delivery work within Strategy/Planning.
Role purpose: We are seeking a highly skilled Contracts Manager to join our team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Delivery scope: In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing contracts for our Project Management Consultancy (PMC) projects, ensuring compliance, minimizing risks, and maximizing value for our organization.; Lead the development, negotiation, and execution of complex contracts for PMC projects; Review, analyze, and interpret contract terms and conditions to ensure alignment with company policies and objectives; Collaborate with project teams, legal counsel, and stakeholders to address contractual issues and disputes; Develop and implement contract management strategies to mitigate risks and optimize project outcomes; Monitor contract performance, ensuring adherence to terms, conditions, and deliverables; Conduct regular contract audits and prepare comprehensive reports for senior management; Provide expert advice on contractual matters to project teams and senior leadership; Manage a team of contract professionals, providing guidance and mentorship; Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices in contract management
Candidate profile: ; Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred; Minimum of 7 years of experience in contract management, with a focus on PMC projects; Strong knowledge of contract law, commercial terms, and FIDIC contracts; Proficiency in contract management software and tools; Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills; Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities; Demonstrated project management skills and experience; Professional certifications such as CCM (Certified Contract Manager) or CCCM (Certified Commercial Contract Manager) are highly desirable; Experience working in the Middle East region is preferred; In-depth knowledge of the construction industry and international contract law; Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment;
Workplace and engagement: Contract, onsite, based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Salary, closing date and visa sponsorship are not disclosed by the employer.
Responsibilities
- In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing contracts for our Project Management Consultancy (PMC) projects, ensuring compliance, minimizing risks, and maximizing value for our organization.
- Lead the development, negotiation, and execution of complex contracts for PMC projects
- Review, analyze, and interpret contract terms and conditions to ensure alignment with company policies and objectives
- Collaborate with project teams, legal counsel, and stakeholders to address contractual issues and disputes
- Develop and implement contract management strategies to mitigate risks and optimize project outcomes
- Monitor contract performance, ensuring adherence to terms, conditions, and deliverables
- Conduct regular contract audits and prepare comprehensive reports for senior management
- Provide expert advice on contractual matters to project teams and senior leadership
- Manage a team of contract professionals, providing guidance and mentorship
- Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices in contract management
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
- Master's degree preferred
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in contract management, with a focus on PMC projects
- Strong knowledge of contract law, commercial terms, and FIDIC contracts
- Proficiency in contract management software and tools
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Demonstrated project management skills and experience
- Professional certifications such as CCM (Certified Contract Manager) or CCCM (Certified Commercial Contract Manager) are highly desirable
- Experience working in the Middle East region is preferred
- In-depth knowledge of the construction industry and international contract law
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
Skills
- Contract management
- Stakeholder management
- Risk management
- Construction coordination
- Technical reporting
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
Salary and benefits
- AECOM states that benefits depend on employment status and may include health and insurance coverage, paid time off, leave programmes, well-being resources, travel insurance, recognition awards, retirement savings and an employee stock purchase plan.
About AECOM
Work with Us. Change the World.; At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.; There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists.
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