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Lead – Contracts (Real estate background) Jobs in Cairo, Egypt at Qatari Diar
Title: Lead – Contracts (Real estate background)
Company: Qatari Diar
Location: Cairo, Egypt
We are currently hiring for an exceptional contracts' professional for the role of Lead, Contracts, who will focus on end-to-end contracting, tendering and procurement processes for our mega development project in Egypt.
We are looking for the following requirements in a preferred candidate:
- 7+ years of experience in tendering and awarding contracts in real estate/ infrastructure / construction industry.
- In Depth knowledge of infrastructure contracting laws and other applicable contractual laws – FIDIC compliant.
- Bachelor of engineering with certification in contracts preferred.
Job Responsibilities:
Technical Tendering & RFP Execution:
- Inter-departmental Liaison: Communicate with relevant departments to define the materials or services required for project delivery and ensure the scope of work is fully captured.
- RFP Management: Own the end-to-end RFP process, including bid scoping, conditioning, technical and commercial evaluation, and shortlisting for award.
- Documentation Standard: Implement standardized tendering methods using QD templates and tools to facilitate rapid and consistent tender preparation.
- Inquiry Resolution: Draft technical responses to tender queries related specifically to the contractual, commercial, and financial aspects of the agreement.
Contract Development & Vendor Oversight:
- Agreement Drafting: Prepare contract documentation that ensures clarity of scope, deliverables, and timing, utilizing the most compatible legal and commercial terms.
- Vendor Database Management: Oversee the maintenance of an accurate vendor database (Tier 1, 2, and 3), ensuring it reflects the latest pricing, delivery times, and performance scorecards.
- Negotiation Support: Assist in negotiations with contractors to ensure high-quality service is secured at the most effective price.
Post-Award Processes & Variations
- Variation Evaluation: Carry out the technical evaluation of all variations, change orders, or concession requests; prepare the formal submissions for the Tenders Committee.
- Contract Monitoring: Oversee the work of awarded contractors and consultants by liaising with project departments to ensure strict compliance with the contract terms.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare financial statements during the contract period detailing the financial position and spend-to-date for assigned departments.
- Escalation: Identify instances where contracts are not being adhered to and take necessary actions or escalate to management as required.
Dispute Coordination & Control
- Conflict Review: Review disputes with contractors and recommend the best way forward to resolve issues to the satisfaction of both parties.
- Cross-functional Alignment: Liaise with Legal and Finance departments to ensure dispute management and control mechanisms are aligned with corporate policy.
- Data Integrity: Ensure the continuous update of contractor prices, receipts, and records of purchased goods within the system.
