Contract Administrator

Globe Building Contracting LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Globe Building Contracting LLC is seeking a Contracts Administrator in Dubai with a Civil Engineering background. You will manage prime contracts, track compliance, and support commercial activities for high-rise projects.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in contract administration within the building construction industry, with strong negotiation and documentation skills and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in contracts administration for building projects.
• Experience with high-rise or major construction contracts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage prime contracts and subcontract agreements.
• Prepare notices, requests for changes, and contract correspondences.
• Monitor compliance with terms, schedules, and budget.
• Support cost control, interim valuations, and payment applications.
• Assist in claims, change management, and dispute avoidance.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Documentation

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Contract management software

Job description

Position Title

Contracts Administrator

Location

Dubai

Employment Type

Full-Time

Company Description

Globe Building Contracting, founded in 1990, is a leading provider of design, engineering, and construction solutions across the United Arab Emirates. With over three decades of experience, the company is recognized for delivering projects with consistent excellence, reliability, and high quality. Its success is driven by a team of experienced technical and engineering professionals, supported by a skilled workforce focused on superior project performance. Globe Building Contracting maintains a modern fleet of plant and machinery, enabling efficient project execution and long-term operational strength. This combination of expertise, resources, and commitment to continuous improvement has made the company one of the most trusted contracting firms in the UAE.

Role Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Contracts Administrator with a Civil Engineering background to join our construction team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing contractual and commercial matters for high-rise building projects, ensuring compliance with prime contract obligations, subcontract agreements, and project commercial requirements.

This position is ideal for a professional with at least 2 years of experience in contract administration within the building construction sector, particularly on high-rise developments.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Administration

• Administer and manage prime contracts in accordance with contractual obligations and project requirements.
• Monitor compliance with contract terms, conditions, and project deliverables.
• Maintain contract records, registers, notices, and correspondence logs.

Contractual Correspondence

• Prepare, review, and manage contractual correspondence with employers, consultants, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Draft formal notices related to claims, delays, variations, and contractual matters.
• Support project teams in responding to contractual issues and requests.

Commercial Management

• Assist in project commercial management activities.
• Evaluate and process subcontractor and supplier agreements.
• Support procurement and subcontract administration processes.
• Monitor project costs and financial performance against budgets.

Claims and Change Management

• Prepare and manage:
• Extension of Time (EOT) claims.
• Variation Orders (VOs).
• Contractual claims and notices.
• Assist in claim substantiation and negotiations with stakeholders.
• Track and evaluate the commercial impact of project changes.

Cost Control & Financial Oversight

• Support project cost control and budget monitoring activities.
• Review payment applications, valuations, and financial reports.
• Assist in forecasting project costs and controlling commercial risks.

Project Controls

• Review and understand project schedules and progress reports.
• Coordinate with planning teams to assess delays, productivity impacts, and entitlement under the contract.
• Ensure proper documentation supporting contractual claims and project performance.

Dispute Avoidance & Resolution

• Identify contractual risks and recommend proactive mitigation measures.
• Support dispute avoidance strategies through effective contract administration.
• Assist in resolving contractual and commercial disputes through negotiation and collaborative solutions.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Contracts Administration within the building construction industry.
• Demonstrated experience on high-rise building projects.
• Experience in administering prime contracts and subcontract agreements.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of:
• Construction contracts.
• Prime contract obligations.
• Subcontract agreements.
• Commercial and contract management principles.
• Extension of Time (EOT) claims.
• Variation Orders (VOs).
• Claims management and contract notices.
• Cost control and financial oversight.
• Dispute avoidance and resolution techniques.

Certifications (Preferred)

• Certification in Project Planning/Scheduling (Primavera P6 or equivalent).
• Certification in Contract Management or Commercial Management is an advantage.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong contractual drafting and correspondence skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract administration tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Career growth opportunities within a leading construction organization.
• Exposure to landmark high-rise building projects.
• Professional development and training opportunities.