Job Description – Contracts Manager (MEP)
Position: Contracts Manager
Industry: MEP Building & Construction
Job Responsibilities
• Manage and administer all MEP contracts, subcontracts and contractual agreements.
• Review contract terms, conditions, specifications and project requirements.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project deadlines.
• Prepare, review and submit variation orders and additional work claims.
• Prepare and substantiate Extension of Time (EOT) and delay claims.
• Identify contractual risks and advise Management on appropriate actions.
• Review and monitor project budgets, contract values, costs and profitability.
• Prepare and review interim payment applications, valuations and final accounts.
• Monitor payment certifications, outstanding payments and contractual deductions.
• Handle contractual correspondence with Clients, Consultants, Main Contractors and Subcontractors.
• Negotiate contractual claims, variations and commercial settlements.
• Review tender documents, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), specifications and contract conditions.
• Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations and contractual terms.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors and Procurement teams.
• Monitor project progress and identify contractual delays and potential claims.
• Attend commercial and contractual meetings with Clients, Consultants and Main Contractors.
• Resolve contractual disputes and commercial issues.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of contracts, claims, variations and correspondence.
• Ensure timely submission of contractual notices, claims and payment applications.
• Provide regular commercial and contractual reports to Management.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in contract management within the construction industry, preferably in MEP contracting.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Fighting and ELV systems.
• Good understanding of FIDIC contracts and construction contract administration.
• Proven experience in variation claims, EOT claims, cost control and final account settlements.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, BOQs, specifications and contractual documents.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Previous experience in Bahrain or GCC construction projects is preferred
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