Job title: Construction Lawyer
Company: Green Umbrella Recruitment
Job description: Job Description :Key Responsibilities1. Construction Contracting & Project Agreements
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction-related contracts, including EPC, design-build, supply, and subcontracting agreements.
- Support contract negotiations with contractors, suppliers, and engineering firms.
- Ensure construction contracts incorporate risk mitigation strategies, performance guarantees, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
- Monitor contract execution, variations, claims, and enforcement to protect company interests.
- Adapt to and apply relevant industry-standard contracts (FIDIC or others), as required.
2. Regulatory Compliance & Construction Approvals
- Assist in obtaining construction permits, environmental approvals, and land-use permissions in compliance with Omani regulations.
- Ensure compliance with local building codes, zoning laws, health and safety regulations, and environmental impact requirements.
- Support regulatory interactions with municipal authorities, the Ministry of Housing & Urban Planning, and other government bodies overseeing construction activities.
- Maintain and update regulatory records, approvals, and compliance filings.
3. Risk Management & Dispute Resolution
- Support the management of construction-related disputes, including contract enforcement, delays, and claims.
- Assist in handling regulatory challenges, non-compliance issues, and contractor obligations.
- Work with external counsel and consultants on litigation, arbitration, or mediation, if required.
RequirementsQualifications –
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Law, or other related field.
- Experience: 3–5 years in construction law, project contracting, or regulatory compliance, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm handling construction-related legal matters.
- Legal Admission: Qualification to practice in Oman. Legal experience in other GCC jurisdictions is a plus.
Expertise in:
- Construction project contracting, EPC agreements, and project execution frameworks.
- Regulatory compliance for construction, including permitting, approvals, and safety regulations.
- Building codes, zoning laws, and environmental regulations applicable in Oman.
Language Skills: Excellent communication skills in English required; Arabic proficiency preferred.Soft Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a legal team and support company-wide initiatives.
- High level of confidentiality and professional ethics.
Expected salary:
Location: Muscat
Job date: Fri, 11 Apr 2025 07:21:09 GMT
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