Contracts Manager
Darglobal
A global company offering specialized services in various sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and more.
Oversee drafting, negotiation & administration of real‑estate development contracts.
9 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Luxury real estate development
Property investment
Branded residences
Hospitality development
Second homes
International project delivery
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Hospitality
Role
Description
contract drafting
tender management
compliance
post‑contract admin
risk mitigation
dispute resolution
Reporting to the Senior Contracts Manager, this role supports the project management team in drafting, reviewing and negotiating real-estate development agreements, consultancy agreements, construction contracts, subcontracts, and vendor/service agreements.
- Advise project teams on contractual and commercial risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are in place.
- Manage pre-contract activities, including tender documentation, RFPs, contract conditions, clarifications, and evaluation.
- Ensure compliance of all contracts with corporate policies, statutory requirements, and best industry practices.
- Lead post-contract administration, including variations, claims, EOT (extension of time), delay analysis, and payments.
- Safeguard the developer contractual rights and entitlements under FIDIC and local law.
- Support management in settlement negotiations, dispute resolution, and arbitration/litigation processes.
- Draft, review, and negotiate development agreements, consultancy agreements, construction contracts, subcontracts, and vendor/service agreements.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of contract templates, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of all contractual communications and agreements for audit and legal reference.
- Prepare contractual correspondence, notices, and responses to protect the developer interests.
- Liaise with consultants, contractors, and authorities to resolve disputes and claims in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Requirements
10+ years
fidic
contract management
analytical
engineering degree
uae regulations
- Minimum 10 years of experience in contract management, with at least 5 years in the real estate development sector.
- Ability to manage multiple contracts across different projects simultaneously.
- Strong knowledge of FIDIC (1999 Red/Yellow Book) and other standard forms of contract commonly used in the UAE/GCC real estate market.
- Proven track record in managing pre- and post-contract stages for large-scale mixed-use or residential/commercial developments.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to assess claims, variations, and contractual risks.
- Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management,
- Previous experience in drafting bespoke contracts.
- Familiarity with UAE Civil Code, real estate regulations, and dispute resolution procedures (arbitration/litigation).
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions across multiple sectors.
- Provides comprehensive services spanning design, engineering, and project management.
- Has built a reputation in the energy, transport, and water resources sectors.
- Delivers large-scale infrastructure projects with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
- Known for its diverse portfolio, working on both public and private sector projects.
- Operates globally, with a presence in major international markets and a network of local partners.
- Excels in complex projects, often delivering results that exceed client expectations.
- Their projects range from transportation systems to energy-efficient infrastructure developments.
Culture + Values
- We empower our people to think differently, act responsibly and deliver with integrity.
- Our entrepreneurial mindset drives innovation and excellence.
- Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do—across teams, geographies and disciplines.
- We set ambitious targets and hold ourselves accountable to deliver exceptional quality.
Environment + Sustainability
1.5 °C
Paris Agreement Target
Ambition aligned with the Paris Agreement’s climate goals to limit global warming.
- Action Plan launched at COP27 to support net-zero decarbonization of built environment, transport, water and energy sectors
- Built-environment target: enable high-performing buildings and retrofit existing stock
- Transportation target: accelerate transit investment, design for electrified zero-emissions mobility
- Energy/water target: support renewable microgrids, water–energy integration, explore green hydrogen
Inclusion & Diversity
35% women
Gender Representation
Women occupy a significant portion of senior leadership roles within the organization.
40% by 2026
Gender Parity Goal
Aims to achieve greater gender balance in leadership positions within the next few years.
100% hiring panels
Bias Training Coverage
All hiring panels have undergone unconscious bias training to promote fair hiring practices.
5 pp reduction
Gender Pay Gap
Significant progress has been made in narrowing the gender pay gap over the past two years.
- Mentorship programs show high participation from women.
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