Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

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Your Impact:
What if we showed you how we're solving the world’s greatest challenges by transforming intangible ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world? Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow. About the Opportunity:
Robust infrastructure establishes the backbone of productive, economically strong communities as assets essential to commerce, trade, public safety and quality of life. Due to our continued growth in the region Jacobs are hiring a Commercial/Contract Manager in Abu Dhabi. Playing a key role supporting the Senior Commercial Manager your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting, reviewing, recommending revisions to, and, approving all required contractual documentation
• Review contractual terms and conditions to ensure compliance with procurement requirements and conducts fee negotiations
• Drafts and revises policies and procedures as necessary
• Support Senior Commercial Manager and Programme Director with the performance of contracted services
• Oversee and review all contractual and commercial requirements for major infrastructure projects
• Coordinate all matters regarding contract administration, claims, disputes, contract interpretation and cost analysis
• Develop, implement and manage systems and procedures for the monitoring of external and internal contracts to ensure that contractual compliance issues are resolved both timely and effectively
• Make knowledgeable recommendations regarding contract procurement and types of underlying contracts and agreements
• Lead the continuous improvement of commercial processes through refining contract formulation activities, systems and procedures
• Identify potential claims, checking for compliance with applicable contractual terms and ensuring effective negotiation and settlement of claims
• Responsible for all financial contract management activities

Here’s What You’ll Need:

• Proven experience working as a Commercial or Contracts Manager
• Strong post contract background
• Experience in Claims
• Minimum of 15 years of experience
• Be able to reside in Abu Dhabi. Please note that commuting from other Emirates is not something that would be considered
• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering
• Minimum 15 years of contract/commercial experience on large scale infrastructure projects
• Experience working within a consultancy environment
• Previously worked in a client facing role
• Experienced in working throughout all phases of a project including planning, procurement, design, and construction
• Ideally be qualified and chartered by a recognized international body such as Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
• Be able to reside in Abu Dhabi. Please note that commuting from other Emirates is not something that would be considered

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