Contract Administrator
Role Overview
Manage and oversee contract administration for a construction project, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
Lead contractual discussions and advise the client on suitable direction and implementation approach.
Report to the project director and work with project team members to resolve disputes.
Key Skills for This Role
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About the role
Manage and oversee contract administration for a construction project, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
Lead contractual discussions and advise the client on suitable direction and implementation approach.
Report to the project director and work with project team members to resolve disputes.
Contract and project administration
- Act as the liaison for contractual conflicts and the main contact between project stakeholders and contractors.
- Address contract-performance discrepancies and coordinate resolution with relevant parties.
- Assess and process scope changes, modifications, variations, and additional works.
- Coordinate payments, invoicing, and contractual cost management with finance and project teams.
- Coordinate with project managers to monitor progress against the contract schedule.
Compliance, changes, and risk
- Ensure contracts comply with applicable regulations and codes, and with insurance, bond, warranty, and other legal requirements.
- Document and track change orders, correspondence, and amendments.
- Identify contractual risks and advise on mitigation strategies.
- Monitor contract performance and the fulfillment of contractual obligations.
- Manage claims, disputes, and delays, seeking resolution through negotiation, mediation, or legal proceedings when necessary.
Reporting and cost management
- Manage cost adjustments related to project-scope changes and ensure proper accounting and documentation.
- Prepare reports on contract status, risks, and disputes for management and stakeholders.
- Provide management updates on financial status, risks, and contract performance.
Experience and education
- 20 years of experience in contract administration.
- Extensive construction supervision experience on large-scale infrastructure or mega projects; Saudi Arabia or GCC experience is preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, civil, architecture, law, or a related field.
Essential skills
- Strong understanding of construction contracts, including FIDIC, NEC, or similar forms, procurement processes, and contract law.
- Familiarity with Saudi Arabian laws and regulations related to construction projects.
- Experience managing contracts on large, complex, and high-value projects.
- Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel and Word; contract management software knowledge is a plus.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English; Arabic is a plus.
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