Title: Contracts Manager "Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets." Contracts Manager LOCATION Abu Dhabi, UAE THE ROLE Reporting to the Project Lead and responsible for the contract management of the contracts during post construction, close out and handover stage including working with the procurement department (where required) through to completion, final account and handover. Project description KBR has been appointed under a framework agreement with Aldar Projects in Abu Dhabi to oversee a diverse portfolio of projects that contribute to Abu Dhabi's growth. The Project comprises a diverse portfolio of developments that contribute to the growth and sustainability of Abu Dhabi. This includes the planning, design, and delivery of critical infrastructure and utility works, service networks for newly developed land, and community facilities such as schools, mosques, parks, and other public amenities. KBR provides Project Management Consultancy (PMC) services across all phases of project delivery, including project planning, project controls, design and engineering management, procurement support, and the implementation of development, infrastructure, utility, and early works packages, ensuring the successful execution of the programme objectives. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Management of the contractual aspects of a set of projects as part of the programme management consultant’s role on a major programme of infrastructure development works Manage/Overview the Supervisions Consultant’s Contracts Team to ensure proper administration Administer the construction and supervision contract(s) in accordance with the Conditions of Contract and project-specific requirements Advise and Interface with Engineer, and Employer for the relevant project regarding contractual obligations, rights, risks, and entitlements Interface with other PMC disciplines to meet overall program deliverables Support interpretation of contract clauses and provide contractual support to the project team in assessing contractual entitlements for disagreed items and scope. Provide advice on contractual matters, including risk management, disagreements and disputes Understanding of construction contracts and relevant regulations is essential to ensure compliance and mitigate risks Coordinate with the commercial and quantity surveying teams regarding payment applications and commercial assessments Review valuation of variations and claims Management of all aspects of contractual claims arising from the execution of contracts as part of the programme management consultant’s role on a major programme of infrastructure development works in an ethical manner at all times, in accordance with procedures Prepare and review contractual letters, notices, determinations, recommendations, and reports. Ensure timely issuance of contractual notices to preserve contractual rights and maintain contractual communication protocols Participate in commercial and contractual meetings Review all incoming and outgoing project-related letters to ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions Review and comments on all Bond and Insurances Review a potential change item to establish entitlement Review of Payments for contractor and consultant to ensure compliance with Contract. Prepare Contract Amendments as and when required. Assists in the development of the contracts and procurement strategy, standards, policies, procedures, and best practices (if required) Work in close coordination with other members and provides support to the contracts management team to ensure that they meet the Project objectives on time and within budget, in an ethical manner at all times, in accordance with procedures Review all aspects of contractual claims arising from the execution of contracts (Consultant and Contractors), in respect of preparation of contractual entitlement to relief based on documentary evidence, in an ethical manner at all times, in accordance with procedures. Interface with other teams to meet overall program deliverables, including for review of claims Prepare recommendation report on all claims (as required) in coordination with the PMC project planner. Review Supervision Consultant recommendation reports on all claims and the like Monitors and reports on the contracts administration performance by Consultants, Construction Supervisors and Contractors. Liaise with Employer Project Delivery, Core and Procurement teams on commercial and contractual matters EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE BSc Quantity Surveying, construction management, engineering, architecture or appropriate equivalent Minimum overall relevant experience 10-15 years. Minimum relevant experience 8 years in the role Minimum Regional Experience 5 years Professional memberships and charterships such as MRICS, an advantage Sound knowledge of all commercial aspects of buildings, community facilities and infrastructure projects including structures, roads, bridges, and utilities Excellent report writing and communication skills Experienced user of MS Office and contract management software Experience of major projects in the Middle East Team player with the ability to work independently when required COMPETENCIES Leadership Strong interpersonal and communication skills Commercial awareness Strong customer focus Planning & organising Accepts Responsibility HSE Awareness Fraud Alert Fraud has infiltrated the job placement market via the internet, email and direct phone contact. Attempts have included unauthorized use of KBR’s name and logo to solicit potential job seekers or to extend false job offers. Bad actors may mix in fake job advertisements with legitimate postings. These ads can include contact instructions and require job seekers to send sensitive personal information or money to pay for visa applications, processing fees, etc., in exchange for consideration for a high-paying position. KBR will never ask for any sort of advance payment as part of the recruiting/hiring process. Candidate profiles are carefully managed to protect personal information. KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver. Fraud Alert Fraud has infiltrated the job placement market via the internet, email and direct phone contact. Attempts have included unauthorized use of KBR’s name and logo to solicit potential job seekers or to extend false job offers. Bad actors may mix in fake job advertisements with legitimate postings. These ads can include contact instructions and require job seekers to send sensitive personal information or money to pay for visa applications, processing fees, etc., in exchange for consideration for a high-paying position. KBR will never ask for any sort of advance payment as part of the recruiting/hiring process. Candidate profiles are carefully managed to protect personal information.

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