MEP Contracts Manager

Job Description

Job Overview

EMCO COMPANY W.L.L is seeking an experienced MEP Contracts Manager to join its team in Manama, Bahrain. The role is responsible for overseeing and administering all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) contracts, subcontracts, and contractual agreements, ensuring strict adherence to contractual terms, project timelines, and commercial objectives in building and construction projects.

Key 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 mitigation 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.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in contract management within the construction industry, preferably in MEP contracting.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, firefighting, 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.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Previous experience in Bahrain or GCC construction projects is preferred.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline.
• Experience: At least 8 to 10 years of contract management experience in construction and MEP works.

Job Details

• Company: EMCO COMPANY W.L.L
• Location: Manama, Bahrain
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Functional Area: Engineering