A leading organization in Qatar is seeking an experienced Manager, Contracts & Commercial to lead the commercial, procurement, and contract management functions across a portfolio of high-value capital projects.
This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring robust commercial governance, optimizing project value, mitigating contractual risks, and supporting the successful delivery of major infrastructure and development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all procurement, tendering, and contract management activities for capital projects.
- Develop and implement commercial, sourcing, and contracting strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
- Manage the full contract lifecycle, including tender preparation, bid evaluation, negotiations, contract award, and administration.
- Provide expert contractual and commercial advice to project teams, consultants, and senior stakeholders.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial, contractual, and procurement risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Lead contract administration activities, including variations, claims, dispute resolution, and contractor performance management.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
- Establish strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and key stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
- Lead and mentor a team of contracts professionals while driving continuous improvement and commercial excellence.
Preferred Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, Business, or a related discipline.
- 9+ years of experience in contracts, commercial management, and procurement within capital projects, infrastructure, construction, transportation, utilities, or industrial developments.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, high-value projects from procurement through delivery.
- Strong knowledge of contract administration, commercial negotiations, claims management, and dispute resolution.
- Experience working with FIDIC and other internationally recognized contract forms.
- Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and engage with senior-level stakeholders.
- Professional qualifications such as MRICS, MCIPS, MSc Commercial Management, or equivalent will be highly regarded.
Why Join?
- Lead strategic, high-impact capital projects
- Influence major commercial and contractual decisions
- Work with senior leadership and key stakeholders
- Drive value, governance, and project success across a diverse project portfolio
