Contract Manager (FIDIC) - Infrastructure - Mozambique
EWI Recruitment
Role
Job Description
Contract Lawyer (FIDIC Contracts) - Infrastructure - Benin
Our client is current undertaking major infrastructure project in West Africa, for this project they are seeking: Contracts Manager with focus on FIDIC Contracts to join the team and provide vital legal guidance in the execution and management of works and service contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Verification of legal clauses and specifications.
- Review and verification of legal clauses in draft contracts.
- Provide support, when requested, to the Donor and End Client during negotiations with contractors regarding FIDIC conditions and legal aspects of the works.
- Offer legal support to the Donor Funding and Programme Management Team during the execution of works and/or service contracts.
- Assist in interpreting contractual clauses within works and service contracts.
- Verify the Engineer's handling of claims submitted by contractors.
- Review the legal aspects of the Engineer's notes and documentation.
- Participate in meetings with the Dispute Arbitration Board.
What Our Client Is Looking For:
- Proven experience working with FIDIC contracts in a legal capacity.
- Strong understanding of infrastructure and construction project dynamics.
- Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to provide sound legal advice in high-pressure, collaborative environments.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to ensuring legal compliance.
Language Requirements: Fluency in French is required.
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Location: Benin
This role offers a unique opportunity to work on impactful projects, collaborating with international teams and contributing to transformative infrastructure initiatives. If you thrive in a challenging and dynamic legal environment, we want to hear from you! Submit your CV and cover letter to d.ogunsola@ewi-group.com
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.