Contracts Administrator

We are seeking a highly experienced and Contracts Administrator with a minimum of 10 years of expertise in Project Management Consultancy (PMC) projects. The successful candidate, with an engineering background, will play a crucial role in administering contracts, ensuring compliance, and managing contractual aspects of diverse projects.

Responsibilities:

• Administer and manage contracts throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Interpret contract terms and conditions to mitigate risks and optimize project outcomes.
• Collaborate with legal and project management teams to develop comprehensive contract documents.
• Ensure contracts align with project objectives and client expectations.
• Participate in contract negotiations, addressing contractual issues and ensuring favorable terms.
• Collaborate with project teams to achieve a balance between client expectations and project requirements.
• Administer and process change orders, variations, and amendments to contracts.
• Evaluate the impact of changes on project timelines and budgets.
• Assist in the preparation and evaluation of claims, ensuring adherence to contractual procedures.
• Work with legal teams to resolve disputes and claims in a timely manner.
• Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Conduct regular audits to verify adherence to project specifications.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive document control system for all contractual documents.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date record-keeping for contractual correspondence.
• Act as a point of contact for clients regarding contractual matters.
• Provide timely responses to client inquiries and concerns.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in contract administration.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and evolving contractual trends.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Contracts Administrator in PMC projects.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Arabic (both written and spoken).
• Strong knowledge of contract administration principles and practices.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Familiarity with legal aspects of construction contracts.
• Professional certifications in contract management or related fields.
• Experience in PMC projects within the Middle East region.