Legal Manager - Construction
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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: De ion
AdvisoryBe fully conversant with the Company's policies and procedures.Assist the General Counsel in legal matters by providing legal advice, opinions, clarifications, and recommendations to contribute to the protection of Qatar's interests.Support the Contracts & Procurement Department (C&P) in relation to the legal aspects of the contracts managed by C&P by providing legal advice and assistance on claims by suppliers, vendors, contractors etc.,Under the direction of the General counsel, review and assess contractors claims and legal issues arising in the implementation of the district cooling plants and SNG farms construction; providing legal advice on remedies and mitigation under the contracts; and working closely with Projects Management Team in steering the execution of the projects.Under the direction of the General Counsel, manage contentious matters relating to the construction of the district cooling plants and SNG farms.Analyze and advise on threats and merits of disputes and potential court and arbitration proceedings. relating to the construction of the district cooling plants and SNG farms.Under the direction of the General Counsel, manage external counsels representing the Company before courts, arbitration tribunals and other dispute resolution forums in all pending claims relating to the construction of the district cooling plants and SNG farms.Propose the appropriate defense, prevention, and strategic measures to resolve dispute and defend the Company's legal position in claims relating to the construction of the district cooling plants and SNG farms. Recommended settlements where warranted in order to safeguard the Company's best interests.Assist in developing strategies for and undertaking involvement in critical cases, including exit strategies where appropriate, to optimize the Company's position and prospects for successful outcomes. Provide advice on corporate compliance with all statutory and governmental statutes and requirements to protect the company's interests.Keeping informed of industry-specific legal regulations.Define and implement processes for continuous monitoring of various legal issues pertaining to the Company's projects and operating subsidiaries in Qatar to ensure that all relevant legal and regulatory requirements are fulfilled to minimize the risk of litigation and disputes.Analyze the legal implications of cases and highlight the strengths and weaknesses for the attention of General Counsel and recommend to the General Counsel on actions for resolution in light of Qatari laws.Support General Counsel on corporate administration matters.
ContractsReview and develop contracts managed by the Contracts and Procurement Department.Support the Contracts and Procurement Department on legal matters related to contracts breaches and termination process related to third-party contractors defaults.Review agreements with a view to assessment of legal risk and prevention thereof.Evaluate Qatar's legal risks and report them to the General Counsel with recommendations on how to mitigate them and ensure that Qatar's best legal interests are noted.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in law from a reputable university
Minimum Experience:6 to 10 years of construction law experience in construction companies or law firms / consultancy role
Job-Specific Skills (Generic / Technical):Proficiency English: Arabic is advantageous.Extensive knowledge of Qatar's laws and regulationsExtensive experience in construction contracts negotiation, drafting and management.Extensive experience with litigation and/or arbitration proceedings in the construction fieldConflict management and dispute resolution skillsThorough understanding of the legal compliance requirementsExcellent communication and relationship management skillsAbility to time manage and prioritize work efficiently.Advanced analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to provide objective and unbiased recommendations in line with the company's interest.Working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeHigh on integrity and conscientious#J-18808-Ljbffr
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