The Role
Lead and manage full contract lifecycle for EPC and infrastructure projects: draft, negotiate, ensure compliance, mitigate commercial risk, monitor supplier performance, and support cost optimization while coordinating with procurement, legal, finance, and project teams. Arabic and strong English required.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are looking for an experienced Senior Engineer – Contracts to join a well-established organization within the utilities/engineering sector. This role is ideal for professionals with strong experience in contract management, procurement, and engineering projects, particularly within EPC or infrastructure environments.
Arabic speakers are highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage the full contract lifecycle – from preparation, review, negotiation, to finalization
• Handle contracts related to engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), SLAs, and maintenance agreements
• Lead commercial and contractual negotiations with vendors, contractors, and service providers
• Ensure contracts comply with legal, regulatory, and company policies
• Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks
• Work closely with procurement, legal, finance, and project teams
• Monitor contract performance, obligations, and supplier delivery
• Maintain proper documentation, contract records, renewals, and amendments
• Support cost optimization by analyzing contract terms and pricing structures
• Prepare reports on contract status, risks, and performance KPIs
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or similar)
• 4–8 years of experience in contract management within engineering, procurement, or EPC projects
• Strong experience in:
• Contract drafting and negotiation
• Commercial terms and risk management
• Procurement and supply chain processes
• Good understanding of:
• Contract law and compliance
• Cost structures, pricing models, and payment terms
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, project-driven environment
• Language Requirement
• Arabic – Required
• English – Strong proficiency required
• Preferred Background
Candidates coming from the following industries will be highly relevant:
• Utilities (water, electricity, energy)
• EPC / Construction / Infrastructure
• Oil & Gas
• Engineering consulting firms
• Large-scale procurement or supply chain environments
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or similar)
- 4-8 years of experience in contract management within engineering, procurement, or EPC projects
- Contract drafting and negotiation experience
- Experience with commercial terms and risk management
- Experience with procurement and supply chain processes
- Understanding of contract law and compliance
- Understanding of cost structures, pricing models, and payment terms
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to work in cross-functional, project-driven environments
- Arabic language proficiency
- Strong English proficiency
- Background in Utilities (water, electricity, energy)
- Background in EPC / Construction / Infrastructure
- Background in Oil & Gas or engineering consulting firms
- Experience in large-scale procurement or supply chain environments
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The Company
What We Do
Black Pearl is a leading HR consultancy and specialist recruitment firm based in the UAE and GCC. They provide customized HR solutions, executive search, and strategic recruitment services across various corporate support, finance, accounting, and business operations roles, helping clients achieve success through tailored staffing and HR consulting services.
