Commercial & Contracts Engineer (Contracting)

• Contract Management Draft, review, negotiate, and administer construction-related contracts, including: Main Contractor Agreements Consultancy Agreements Design Agreements Subcontract Agreements Supply Agreements Service Agreements Framework Agreements Ensure contracts comply with company policies and applicable laws. Maintain contract templates and standard clauses. Monitor contract performance and compliance. 2. Commercial Administration Review commercial terms during procurement and tender stages. Support tender evaluations from a contractual and commercial perspective. Participate in pre-award and post-award negotiations. Evaluate commercial risks before contract execution. Assist in pricing structures and payment mechanisms. 3. Claims & Variations Review variation orders and change requests. Assess entitlement under contractual provisions. Review Extension of Time (EOT) submissions. Evaluate contractor and consultant claims. Assist in preparation of employer claims. Maintain claims register. 4. Contract Correspondence Draft contractual notices. Prepare responses to contractor correspondence. Review notices under FIDIC and other standard forms. Ensure contractual timelines for notices are complied with. Maintain official contractual communication records. 5. Procurement Support Assist procurement during: Tender preparation Tender clarifications Bid evaluations Contract award Review tender documentation. Identify contractual deviations submitted by bidders. 6. Risk Management Identify contractual risks. Recommend mitigation measures. Maintain contract risk register. Escalate significant commercial risks. Ensure contractual obligations are tracked. 7. Dispute Avoidance Support resolution of contractual disputes. Review dispute documentation. Participate in negotiations. Coordinate with legal counsel where required. Assist in arbitration/litigation document preparation. 8. Project Commercial Support Monitor contractual milestones. Track payment applications. Review payment certifications. Monitor securities: Performance Bonds Advance Payment Guarantees Retention Warranties Ensure contractual deliverables are achieved. 9. Compliance & Governance Ensure compliance with: Company policies Procurement procedures Delegation of Authority (DOA) Applicable construction laws Maintain complete contract documentation

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. An LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws) or equivalent legal qualification will be considered a distinct advantage. Essential Experience Demonstrated expertise in the administration and management of FIDIC contracts, including tendering, contract administration, variations, claims, extensions of time (EOT), and dispute avoidance. Experience Minimum 6–8 years of progressive experience in commercial and contract management within the construction, infrastructure, or real estate development sector. Proven experience working with developers, main contractors, consultants, or government/semi-government organisations on major construction projects. Demonstrated experience in administering construction contracts throughout the full project lifecycle, including procurement, tendering, contract award, contract administration, project execution, testing and commissioning, project close-out, and final account settlement. Proven experience in procurement planning, tender preparation, bid evaluation, contract negotiation, and contract award. Strong experience in contract administration, including contractual correspondence, notices, payment certification, performance securities, and contractual compliance. Extensive experience in the assessment and administration of variations, claims, Extension of Time (EOT) submissions, prolongation claims, and dispute avoidance. Sound understanding of commercial management principles, including cost control, valuation of works, cash flow, payment mechanisms, and commercial risk management. Demonstrated experience in administering FIDIC-based construction contracts, including the application of contractual procedures and obligations. Experience working on high-value, multi-disciplinary construction or real estate development projects. Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including Development, Design, Procurement, Construction, Finance, Consultants, Contractors, and external legal advisers. Employment Type Full-time

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