Construction Contracts Administrator

Combuzz HR Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 112,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employment visa

Medical Insurance

Annual Flight Tickets

Annual leaves

Job summary

Combuzz HR Solutions in Dubai, UAE, is seeking a full-time Construction Contracts Administrator to review, administer, and manage contracts across the project lifecycle, ensuring contractual compliance and risk mitigation.

The role reports to the Project Manager/Contracts Manager within the Construction & Infrastructure sector, handling notices, variations, and EOT, while coordinating with legal advisors on disputes and compliance matters. AED 10,000–14,000 monthly with benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in law or construction-related field.
• 3–7 years in contract administration/management in construction.
• Experience with FIDIC, NEC, JCT, or bespoke contracts.
• Knowledge of contract law and construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Review, administer, and manage contracts across the project lifecycle.
• Monitor milestones, payment schedules, and deliverables.
• Handle notices, claims, variations, and EOT processes.
• Evaluate subcontractor claims and assist in close-outs.
• Coordinate with legal advisors on disputes and compliance.

Skills

Contract management

Risk management

Claim assessment

Contract negotiation

MS Office

Aconex

Procore

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Aconex

Procore

Job description

AED 10,000 - 14,000 per month (plus Benefits: Employment visa, Medical Insurance, Annual Flight Tickets, Annual leaves)

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, or a related field. 3-7 years of experience in contract administration or contract management in the construction industry. Proven experience with standard contract forms (FIDIC, JCT, NEC, etc.). Deep understanding of contract law and construction contracts.

Job

Contextual Overview

Combuzz HR Solutions is hiring a full-time Construction Contracts Administrator based in Dubai, UAE. The role reports to the Project Manager, Contracts Manager, or Commercial Manager within the Construction & Infrastructure sector. The primary function involves reviewing, administering, and managing construction contracts across the project lifecycle, ensuring contractual compliance, risk mitigation, and adherence to legal and company standards.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Law, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 3 to 7 years of contract administration or management experience in the construction industry.
• Contract Knowledge: Proven expertise with standard contract forms including FIDIC, NEC, JCT, or bespoke agreements, alongside an in-depth understanding of contract law.
• Certifications (Preferred): Professional accreditation such as MRICS, CICES, AACEI, or NEC accreditation is an added advantage.
• Skills: Experience in large-scale infrastructure or building projects, risk management, claim assessment, contract negotiation, and proficiency in MS Office (contract software like Aconex or Procore is a plus).

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Assist in reviewing and preparing tender documents, terms, and conditions.
• Administer contracts in line with FIDIC, NEC, JCT, or bespoke contractual framework.
• Track milestones, deliverables, completion dates, and payment schedules.
• Handle contractual notices, claims, variations, and extensions of time (EOT).
• Evaluate subcontractor claims, payment applications, and assist in final account close-outs.
• Liaise with legal advisors on complex contractual disputes and compliance matters.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

• Salary: AED 10,000 - 14,000 per month.
• Mode: Full-time (On-site, Dubai, UAE).
• Benefits: Employment visa, medical insurance, annual flight tickets, and annual leave allowance.