Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager Full-time State/Province: Ar Rayyān Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Middle East Business Line: Transportation Work Location Model: On-Site Operating Group: International Primary Location: QA - Doha, QA - Jaidah Square Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Summary The Senior Contracts & Commercial Specialist will be responsible for the effective management and administration of Works Contractors and General Engineering Consultants (GECs) engaged across major infrastructure projects. The role will oversee GEC design and supervision contracts, supervision-only services, contract changes, addendums, claims, tender documentation, procurement reporting, and commercial procedures. The position requires strong knowledge of contract administration and procurement processes, with particular emphasis on PWA procedures, Qatar Government requirements, PWA Conditions of Contract, and QCS 2014.

Manage and administer contracts for Works Contractors, GECs providing design and supervision services, and supervision-only consultants across infrastructure projects. Prepare, review, process, and administer GEC Change Requests and Contract Variation/Addendum (CVA) submissions through financial approval and final issuance. Prepare detailed commercial and contractual substantiation for GEC CVAs, including submissions to relevant tender committees and subsequent audit and approval processes. Administer and monitor contractor and GEC claims, including reviewing supporting documentation, drafting contractual responses, and providing commercial advice and recommendations. Prepare, review, and maintain comprehensive and up-to-date tender and contract documentation for Works Contractors and GECs. Maintain the tender and contract document database on PMDS, ensuring the latest PWA, statutory, authority, stakeholder, and Contracts Department revisions and supplements are incorporated. Research, prepare, and process Change Requests relating to GEC design and supervision and supervision-only services. Prepare and process Change Requests for specialist construction works for general application across infrastructure projects. Develop detailed commercial and contract management procedures for implementation by the Commercial Team. Provide guidance and advice on contract management and administration requirements. Ensure all contract and commercial activities comply with applicable contractual requirements, PWA procedures, and relevant Qatar Government regulations. Prepare and maintain monthly and weekly procurement, GEC CVA, and GEC appointment progress reports. Prepare various commercial, procurement, and contract administration reports and presentations as required by management. Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to obtain required PWA approvals and ensure timely progression of commercial submissions. Identify commercial and contractual issues that may affect project delivery and support the team in developing appropriate solutions. Ensure accurate documentation, records, approvals, and