Our client is seeking a Contract Manager to support their activities in Abu Dhabi. 

The Contract Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all contractual and commercial activities to ensure the successful delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects. The role ensures full compliance with legal, regulatory, and company requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities:

- Manage and oversee all contractual and commercial aspects of the client's projects.

- Participate in the development of standardized contract templates and clauses.

- Ensure Projects compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

- Administer variations, claims, extensions of time, and cost-control measures.

- Provide contractual advice and support to project teams throughout all project phases.

- Coordinate with legal, procurement, and project management teams to resolve contractual issues.

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all contract documents, amendments, correspondence, variations, claims, and disputes.

- Proactively manage contract renewals, expirations, and terminations to avoid commercial or operational risk.

- Prepare periodic reports on contract status, including cost reports and budget control, in line with the contract execution plan.

- Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial, operational, and legal risks within the client's contracts.

- Develop and implement risk-management strategies to mitigate potential contract-related risks.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors and suppliers and act as the primary point of contact for all contract-related matters.