Architectural Contracts Administrator - Achieve Group - Dubai, UAE

Achieve Test Prep; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,880 - 290,160; Full time

Job summary

Achieve Test Prep is seeking an Architectural Contracts Administrator to support project architects in Dubai. This role focuses on contract administration within complex healthcare projects, including the preparation of tender documents and assessments of contractual claims.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Architecture, has 5-8 years of experience, and is proficient in tools like Primavera. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in construction or architectural consultancy industry.
• Healthcare or technically complex project experience preferred.
• Strong decision-making capability in ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Architects in preparing tender documents.
• Review and advise on front-end tender documents.
• Handle daily contract administration including drafting letters and notices.
• Assess variation claims and other contractual claims from contractors.
• Prepare change requests and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Architectural contract administration

Tender preparation and evaluation

Variation and claims assessment

Project documentation and controls

Primavera and scheduling tools

Stakeholder coordination

Healthcare and laboratory project exposure

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Project

Job description

Position Overview

Architectural Contracts Administrator - Achieve Group - Dubai, UAE

The Architectural Contracts Administrator role supports a leading architectural firm delivering world-class solutions for healthcare facilities, research centers, and laboratories. Based in Dubai, this position plays a key role in tendering, contract administration, and stakeholder coordination across technically complex and fast-track projects within the healthcare and biotechnology sectors.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Architecture & Planning
• Function: Contracts Administration
• Salary: 18,000-26,000 monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Architects in preparing tender documents, conducting tender evaluations, and drafting recommendation and contract documentation.
• Review and advise on front-end tender documents prepared by client legal teams or consultant quantity surveyors.
• Handle daily contract administration including drafting letters, notices, instructions, and certificates.
• Assess variation claims, extension of time submissions, and other contractual claims from contractors.
• Prepare change requests and variation orders for approval and maintain complete and accurate project documentation.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors on contractual and commercial matters.
• Attend project meetings and coordination sessions as required.
• Support effective contract control to ensure compliance with project requirements, timelines, and governance standards.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Five to eight years of relevant experience in the construction or architectural consultancy industry.
• Healthcare, laboratory, or technically complex project experience preferred.
• Proficient in project planning and control tools such as Primavera or Microsoft Project.
• Strong decision-making capability in ambiguous or risk-based environments.
• Experience with fast-track project delivery is an advantage.
• Strong stakeholder management and conflict resolution skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

Skills Set

• Architectural contract administration
• Tender preparation and evaluation
• Variation and claims assessment
• Project documentation and controls
• Primavera and scheduling tools
• Stakeholder coordination
• Healthcare and laboratory project exposure