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Director of Contracts - Mixed Use Developments - RE Developer

International Permanent AU$17,507 - AU$25,288 per month (AU$210,088 - AU$303,460 per year) View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Director of Contracts to lead contract strategy, commercial risk management, and contractual governance across a portfolio of large-scale development projects. The successful candidate will oversee contract negotiations, dispute avoidance, procurement support, and contract administration while leading a high-performing contracts function.
  • Lead contract strategy on a portfolio of landmark development projects.
  • Shape commercial outcomes and risk management at a senior leadership level.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading development organization with a significant portfolio of large-scale real estate and infrastructure projects across the region. As part of its continued growth, the organization is seeking a senior contracts leader to drive contractual excellence, mitigate commercial risk, and support successful project delivery.

Job Description

  • Lead the contracts function across multiple development and construction projects.
  • Develop and implement contract management strategies that protect commercial and business interests.
  • Lead negotiations with contractors, consultants, and key project stakeholders.
  • Review, draft, and amend contracts to ensure appropriate risk allocation and contractual protections.
  • Advise senior leadership on contractual matters, commercial exposures, and mitigation strategies.
  • Oversee claims management, dispute avoidance, and resolution processes across the project portfolio.
  • Support procurement and tendering teams throughout contractor selection and contract award activities.
  • Ensure contract administration processes are effectively managed post-award and throughout project execution.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a specialist contracts team while promoting best practice across the business.
  • Work closely with project, legal, procurement, and commercial teams to ensure contractual compliance and successful project outcomes.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Contracts Director should have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Extensive experience in contract management within large-scale real estate, infrastructure, or development environments.
  • Strong expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, commercial risk assessment, and contract administration.
  • Proven track record managing claims, disputes, contractual correspondence, and complex stakeholder relationships.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and supporting multiple high-value projects simultaneously.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive annual salary ranging from AED 540,000 to AED 650,000.
  • Permanent position located in Dubai within the property industry.



If you are ready to take on this Contracts Director role, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Saurabh Kohli
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7112649
Phone number
+971 4709 0363

Job summary

Function
Construction
Specialisation
Contract Manager
Industry
Property
Location
International
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Saurabh Kohli
Consultant phone
+971 4709 0363
Job Reference
JN-092026-7112649

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