Engineer​/Contract Manager

Who We Are

Founded in 1978, Al Marwan Group is a diversified organization serving construction, heavy machinery, Oil & Gas, real estate, developments, and hospitality sectors across the GCC. The Group operates through multiple business units and subsidiaries, delivering integrated solutions supported by strong operational expertise and a well‑established regional presence.

Al Marwan Group is seeking an experienced Contract Engineer / Contract Manager – Infrastructure to oversee contractual matters across the full lifecycle of major infrastructure projects in the UAE. The role includes pre‑contract tendering, contract negotiation, procurement support, post‑contract administration, claims, and project close‑out, ensuring compliance with contract terms, UAE regulations, and project objectives while minimizing risk and maximizing commercial outcomes.

• Analyze ITTs, RFPs, and client contract documents; identify commercial/legal risks
• Support bid strategies, pricing models, and contract negotiations (FIDIC and bespoke forms)
• Develop subcontract procurement strategies and review agreements
• Ensure pre‑contract compliance with UAE legal and regulatory frameworks

• Administer contracts, track correspondence, and manage variations, EoTs, and change orders
• Assist in claims submission and defense; liaise with legal teams for dispute resolution
• Monitor contractual risks, costs, and advise on mitigation strategies
• Administer subcontracts, resolve disputes, and ensure flow‑down compliance
• Maintain contract registers, risk logs, and support project close‑out

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, or related field
• 8–10 years of construction contract management experience, including 5+ years in UAE infrastructure projects
• Proven experience in pre‑ and post‑contract stages for roads, bridges, rail, utilities, and drainage projects
• Knowledge of FIDIC Red & Yellow Books (UAE adaptations) and regional contract forms
• Familiarity with UAE government authorities (RTA, DEWA, ADSSC, Etihad Rail)
• Professional memberships like MRICS, MCIArb are advantageous

• Strong command of contract law, dispute resolution, and commercial negotiation
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and reporting skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure
• Leadership and communication skills; coordination of multidisciplinary teams
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and solution‑focused
• Proficiency in Aconex, Contract Management Systems, MS Office, Primavera

• Bilingual (English mandatory, Arabic advantageous)
• Experience collaborating with international and local stakeholders
• Proven track record on large-scale infrastructure contracts