Senior Contracts Director

Job Summary

Senior Contracts Director leads and oversees all contractual activities across multiple projects within the Business Unit, providing high-level strategic advice and guidance on contract preparation, claim management, and dispute resolution. This position involves managing and monitoring the contract lifecycle, ensuring all obligations are met with the highest level of satisfaction from clients and stakeholders. The Senior Contracts Director will direct a team of contract managers, ensuring compliance with all contractual terms and overseeing the formulation and defense of claims, mitigating risks, and supporting successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all contractual activities within the business unit, ensuring compliance with contract terms and alignment with business goals.
• Supervise and mentor the Contracts Team, providing strategic direction on complex contractual issues and advising senior management.
• Take ownership of preparing and resolving major contract claims, disputes, and conflicts, ensuring legal compliance and effective presentation.
• Guide teams through dispute resolution processes, utilizing negotiation, arbitration, mediation, or legal action as necessary.
• Serve as the primary liaison between senior executives, clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and legal teams on critical contractual matters.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and alignment with business objectives.
• Ensure all projects comply with contractual obligations, local laws, and regulations, minimizing risks and preventing disputes.
• Develop and implement a claims management schedule to monitor ongoing contracts and provide strategic guidance on preventing claims.
• Lead the development and improvement of contract management processes and systems to increase operational efficiency and mitigate risks.
• Provide expert-level advice on legal and regulatory matters, ensuring contracts and claims align with Qatar's legal framework and international standards.

Job Knowledge & Skills

Job Experience

Minimum 20 years working experience, 15 years in a relevant management / leadership position, 5 years GCC experience is a plus.

Competencies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying or any related field.

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