Contract Administrator – Utilities

Careers at UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Contract Administrator with extensive experience in utilities projects. The role focuses on contract execution, compliance, negotiations, and dispute resolution, requiring a strong track record in the region.

The successful candidate will oversee contract management, risk mitigation, and collaboration with project teams, legal, and stakeholders to drive successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in contract administration, specifically within utilities sector.
• Recent working experience in Abu Dhabi with focus on construction consultancy.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale utilities projects.

Responsibilities

• Contract Management: Prepare, review, and manage contracts related to utilities projects.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks and develop strategies to minimize risk.
• Negotiation and Dispute Resolution: Lead negotiations with clients, contractors, and subcontractors; handle disputes and claims.
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure contracts comply with company policies and regulatory requirements; prepare status reports.
• Collaboration: Work with project managers, legal teams, and stakeholders to ensure smooth contract execution.

Skills

Contract Management

Risk Management

Negotiation

Dispute Resolution

Compliance & Reporting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Contract Administrator – Utilities

WSP is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Contract Administrator to join our team in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with construction consultants on utilities projects and a proven track record of over 12 years in contract management within the region. The Contract Administrator will be responsible for overseeing contract execution, ensuring compliance with contract terms, and managing contractual disputes and negotiations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Management:
  • Prepare, review, and manage contracts related to utilities projects.
  • Ensure all contractual obligations are met and that contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain and update contract documentation and records.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with contracts.
  • Develop and implement strategies to minimize risk and resolve issues.
• Negotiation and Dispute Resolution:
  • Lead negotiations with clients, contractors, and subcontractors to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
  • Handle disputes and claims in a timely and effective manner.
• Compliance and Reporting:
  • Ensure all contracts comply with company policies and procedures.
  • Prepare regular reports on contract status, compliance, and performance metrics.
• Collaboration:
  • Work closely with project managers, legal teams, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth contract execution.
  • Provide advice and guidance on contractual matters to project teams.

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 12 years of experience in contract administration, specifically within the utilities sector.
• Recent working experience in Abu Dhabi with a focus on construction consultancy.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale utilities projects.

What’s in it for you?

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, paid professional subscriptions.

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.