Job Description

Leverage your technical leadership and join a

well-established and renowned Emirati construction company

, recognized for delivering complex power and energy infrastructure projects across the UAE and the wider GCC region.


As a

Contract Engineer

- Electrical Substation Projects

, you will manage and support all

contractual, commercial, and claims-related activities

for

EHV Substations (400/220/132 kV)

,

Overhead Transmission Line (OHL)

works, and

Underground Cable (UGC)

projects up to

400 kV

. The role ensures proper administration of contract terms, change control, documentation, and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Accountabilities

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Review and interpret

contract agreements

, technical specifications, and project conditions (FIDIC or client-specific). Monitor contractual obligations and ensure compliance with project requirements and commercial procedures. Prepare, review, and manage

contractual correspondence

with clients, consultants, and subcontractors. Support preparation of

claims

, including Extension of Time (EOT), cost claims, and disruption analysis with proper documentation. Evaluate and process

variation orders (VOs)

, change requests, and additional scope items. Coordinate with planning, cost control, engineering, and procurement teams to validate contract impacts. Assist in drafting, reviewing, and finalizing

subcontract agreements

and supplier contracts. Maintain comprehensive contract records, logs, and documentation for audits and dispute resolution. Identify potential risks and advise management on

contractual exposures

and mitigation measures. Support tendering teams by reviewing commercial conditions, terms, and deliverables. Attend progress, contractual, and coordination meetings and provide input on contract matters.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

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We Are Looking For:

Bachelor's Degree in

Electrical Engineering/

Contracts/Quantity Surveying or Construction Law.

Minimum

5 years

of experience in contract administration for: +

Substation projects (400/220/132 kV)

+

OHL transmission line projects (up to 400 kV)

+

Underground cable projects (up to 400 kV)

Strong understanding of EPC contracts, FIDIC conditions, and utility requirements. Experience with

UAE/GCC utility clients

such as TRANSCO, DEWA, ADDC, SEC, KAHRAMAA is highly preferred. Familiar with engineering deliverables, project schedules, and cost structures. Good knowledge of variations, claims procedures, and dispute resolution * Fluency in

English

; Arabic is an advantage.