Contracts Engineer

Role Purpose

The Contracts Engineer supports the commercial and contractual management of infrastructure projects, ensuring that contractual obligations are administered effectively, risks are controlled, and entitlements are protected. The role plays a key part in change management, claims support, correspondence, and compliance with contract conditions throughout the project lifecycle.

• Support the administration of infrastructure contracts in line with contract conditions (e.g. FIDIC)
• Assist with preparation and management of contractual correspondence, notices, and records
• Support variation, change, and claims management, including substantiation and impact assessment
• Coordinate with Project, QS, Planning, and Commercial teams on contractual matters
• Assist with interim valuations, final accounts, and commercial reporting
• Monitor contractual risks and opportunities and support mitigation actions
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution under the guidance of senior commercial staff
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, client requirements, and applicable regulations

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline)
• Postgraduate qualification in Construction Law or Contracts is an advantage

• 3–7 years’ experience in contracts or commercial roles within infrastructure or construction
• Experience working on infrastructure projects (roads, utilities, marine, civil works)
• Familiarity with FIDIC-based contracts
• UAE or GCC project experience preferred