CONTRACT ENGINEER/SPECIALIST (INTERNATIONAL RAILWAY DB PROJECT) @ CR-CONSORTIUM (CHINA RAILWAY)
CR-CONSORTIUM is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Contract Engineer/Specialist to join our team for an International Railway Design-Build (DB) project. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all contractual aspects of the project, ensuring compliance with international standards and managing relationships with the Employer, Engineer, and various subcontractors from diverse backgrounds. This role requires a deep understanding of the FIDIC 2017 Yellow Book and the ability to navigate complex contractual landscapes within a large-scale transportation infrastructure environment.
The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in construction law or civil engineering, combined with significant international project experience. You will be expected to demonstrate exceptional cross-cultural communication skills and the resilience needed to handle high-pressure situations, particularly during peak claim periods. Your role will involve drafting precise legal and commercial documents, leading negotiations, and providing methodical, defensible contractual actions to support the overall success and integrity of the railway project.
The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in construction law or civil engineering, combined with significant international project experience. You will be expected to demonstrate exceptional cross-cultural communication skills and the resilience needed to handle high-pressure situations, particularly during peak claim periods. Your role will involve drafting precise legal and commercial documents, leading negotiations, and providing methodical, defensible contractual actions to support the overall success and integrity of the railway project.
Key Requirements
Degree in Construction Law, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
8+ years of international project contract management experience.
Minimum of 3 years focused specifically on railway or large-scale transportation infrastructure.
Mastery of FIDIC standards, specifically a deep working knowledge of the FIDIC 2017 Yellow Book.
Strong cross-cultural communication skills to build trust in a multi-cultural environment.
Excellent proficiency in both spoken and written English for legal and commercial drafting.
Resilience and the ability to remain composed and methodical under extreme pressure.
Proven experience in drafting complex legal and commercial documents.
Ability to resolve issues effectively with Employers, Engineers, and Subcontractors.
Extensive experience in managing and defending contractual actions during peak claim periods.