Contracts Manager

Job Description

Job Overview

A successful construction group in Manama, Bahrain, is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager. The role involves overseeing all contractual aspects of civil engineering and building projects—including hotel, commercial, residential, and industrial developments—from tender stage through to project completion.

About the Company

Established in 1973, Ashbrittle Recruitment is an experienced recruitment firm connecting construction and engineering professionals with leading employers across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all contractual aspects of projects from tender through to final completion.
• Ensure all project activities and deliverables align strictly with contractual obligations.
• Act as the primary liaison between clients, contractors, and consultants to resolve issues and maintain agreements.
• Support Project Managers and project teams, and attend all progress review meetings with clients and consultants to safeguard contractual rights.
• Manage change orders and variation requests, monitor compliance with specifications and contract documents, and handle disputes.
• Ensure all parties clearly understand their obligations in accordance with contract administration standards.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Operations and Commercial Manager to contribute to project lifecycle management.
• Report directly to senior management on all contractual and risk-related matters.
• Assist and advise Project Managers in drafting contractual correspondence and identifying legal and commercial risks.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree qualification; additional qualifications in construction law or claims management are preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in a similar capacity working for main contractors.
• Strong working knowledge of contract forms commonly used across Bahrain and the GCC, including FIDIC, Ministry of Works (MoW), lump sum, and unit price contracts.
• Structured approach to contract interpretation and application, with the ability to counter client and consultant arguments both orally and in writing.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to handle disputes and manage multiple projects under pressure.
• Confident and effective representation of the company in meetings with clients and consultants.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: Up to BHD 3,000 per month, subject to qualifications and experience.
• Accommodation provided.
• Company car provided.
• Flight tickets.
• Medical insurance.
• The package can be offered on a single or married status basis.

Job Details

• Company: Ashbrittle Recruitment
• Location: Manama, Bahrain
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Job Function: Engineering – Civil & Construction
• Industry: Construction