Contracts & Claims Manager

Sabbour Consulting · Cairo, Egypt · Posted 2026-06-03

About Sabbour Consulting:Founded in 1957, Sabbour Consulting is a leading multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with a strong legacy of delivering high-quality infrastructure, commercial, residential, and governmental projects across Egypt and the region. Our expertise spans design, project management, construction supervision, and more, supported by a culture of excellence and innovation.Job PurposeLead and manage all contract administration and claims management activities across the project, ensuring contractual compliance, protecting the company's interests, minimizing risks, and supporting successful project delivery through effective management of contractual obligations, variations, disputes, and claims.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement contract management policies, procedures, and best practices across the projectReview, analyze, and administer consultancy agreements, client contracts, subconsultant agreements, and related contractual documents.Ensure compliance with contractual terms, conditions, and project obligations throughout the project lifecycle.Provide contractual advice and support to project managers, technical teams, and senior management.Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks and potential liabilities.Lead the preparation, evaluation, negotiation, and settlement of claims, variations, extensions of time (EOT), and contractual disputes.Monitor contractual correspondence and ensure proper documentation of project events that may impact contractual rights.Review and evaluate contractors' claims, variation orders, and contractual submissions from a consultant's perspective.Prepare contractual notices, claim submissions, position papers, and dispute resolution documentation.Support project teams in the interpretation and application of contract provisions, including FIDIC and other standard forms of contract.Coordinate with legal advisors and external consultants on dispute resolution, arbitration, mediation, and litigation matters when required.Develop and maintain claims registers, contract logs, and contractual performance reports.Prepare management reports and recommendations regarding contractual issues, claims status, risk exposure, and dispute resolution strategies.Qualifications & RequirementsBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.Minimum 10–15 years of experience in contract administration and claims management within engineering consulting, construction, or infrastructure projects.Strong knowledge of FIDIC contracts and international contract management practices.Proven experience in preparing, evaluating, and negotiating claims, variations, and EOT submissions.Excellent understanding of contractual risk management, dispute resolution, and commercial management principles.Strong analytical, negotiation, report writing, and communication skills.Experience working on large-scale multidisciplinary projects.Professional certifications such as MRICS, CCP, PMP, or equivalent are preferred.Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.

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