Contract Administrator

See & Recruit; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Contract Administrator to manage project contracts and oversee claims management. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, supervising payment processes, and administering variations. The ideal candidate has a solid background in contracts administration within the construction sector and strong negotiation skills. This position is based in Dubai, UAE.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contracts administration within the construction industry.
• Strong negotiation skills and knowledge of contract law.
• Ability to assess risks and manage contractual claims.

Responsibilities

• Administer all project contracts to ensure compliance.
• Negotiate and manage contractors’ claims effectively.
• Supervise payment processes and certifications.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and manage agreements.
• Administer the variations order process and provide reporting.

Job description

Contract Administration and Claims Management

• Administer all project contracts, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and compliance with agreed terms.
• Review, evaluate, and negotiate contractors’ claims relating to time extensions, prolongation, and disruption.
• Identify, monitor, and assess risks and potential claims across the project, providing advice on possible commercial exposures.
• Prepare contractual correspondence, including notices and letters, in accordance with FIDIC standards to safeguard the Employer’s interests.

Payments and Valuations

• Supervise monthly valuations and the preparation of Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs).
• Ensure timely and accurate certification and release of payments as per contractual provisions.
• Lead discussions and settlement of final accounts with contractors and subcontractors.

Subcontract Administration

• Review and manage subcontract agreements to ensure consistency with the main contract.
• Collaborate with project teams to monitor subcontractor progress, performance, and payment schedules.
• Track the contractor’s payment process to ensure timely disbursements to subcontractors and suppliers, minimizing risks of delay or suspension.

Change Management

• Administer the complete variation order process, including technical and financial assessments through to final approval.
• Verify that all variation and claim submissions are adequately supported by drawings, BOQs, or formal instructions.
• Record and issue notifications for any unauthorized works to protect the Employer from future financial or contractual liabilities.

Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive records of contracts, amendments, correspondence, and related documentation