Contract Administrator

Parker Consult; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Contracts Administrator to oversee contract administration and support project teams in Abu Dhabi. This pivotal role involves managing financial aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and maintaining effective communication with clients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in quantity surveying within the construction sector, showcasing a strong understanding of contract management and financial implications. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will significantly contribute to the success of multi-discipline construction projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in quantity surveying for construction projects.
• Technical knowledge of contract development and administration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate contract administration and support project staff.
• Manage financial aspects and ensure timely payment applications.
• Maintain logs of variations and claims, updating status regularly.

Skills

Contract Administration

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Financial Management

Knowledge of Contracts (JCT, ICE, NEC, FIDIC)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS

Tools

SMM

CESMM

POMI

Job description

Budget: AED 25,000 – AED 30,000.

A leading contracting company in Abudhabi is looking to hire a Senior Contracts Administrator.

Position Objective:

To co-ordinate the administration and to support project assigned staff in all matters of contract administration, relative to both the main contract with the client and assistance of the formation of agreements with subcontractors, consultants or suppliers.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

1. Through close liaison and regular interrogation of the Project teams, identify, filter and collect all data relating to any commercial and contract administration matters and where this results in a potential change in scope, pricing, change in duration, dispute, money or EOT claim, both for the main contract and/or any sub-agreements, prepare and report your findings to the CM as these arise.
2. Ensure that the company’s commercial interests are protected through the effective management of the financial aspects of its projects, the adherence to budget and protection of its profit being paramount. Ensure the timely submission of accurate applications for payment prepared by the Project based SQS/QS’s strictly follow the payment timetable laid down in each particular contract and maintain contact with the relevant clients personnel each step of the way to ensure a smooth passage to prompt payment.
3. Co-ordinate with the various projects SQS/QS’s and liaise with the cost control department to collect and verify data to produce monthly reports on the financial position of each project to the CM.
4. Ensure any relevant contract requirements such as notifications, records and submissions are being fulfilled in order to protect the company’s rights and its ability to secure reimbursement or EOT where applicable. Liaise with the relevant project Planning Engineer where applicable. Maintain a log of variations, claims and the like and frequently update its status.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying. MRICS an advantage but not essential.

Relevant Experience:

1. At least 10 years of experience in quantity surveying functions for construction industry operations.
2. Technical and practical knowledge of all phases of main contract and subcontract development, award, administration and close-out relating to a multi-discipline construction project.
3. Comprehension of engineering, procurement, and construction functions and general business techniques.
4. Proven track record with recognized companies, particularly useful if some has been obtained in Middle East operations and projects.

Technical Knowledge/Skills / Training Required/ Abilities:

1. Awareness and experience with: Contracts; JCT, ICE, NEC, FIDIC or similar derivative conditions.
2. Methods of measurement; SMM, CESMM, POMI.
3. Capability to accept responsibilities and accomplish project objectives in a timely manner.
4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
5. Has a clear understanding of profit and loss implications.