Talent Pool - Contract Administrator - UAE Projects

Hill International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill International is seeking a Project Administrator in Abu Dhabi to oversee construction contract administration and support the projects team. The role involves managing contract documentation, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating all related activities. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in contract management and hold relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Career Growth Opportunity

Global Project Exposure

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in contract preparation.
• Professional Membership such as RICS or CIOB is desirable.
• Pre and post-contract experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Full administration of construction contracts including correspondence.
• Periodic preparation of site reports and support for the project controls team.
• Management of Owner approval process and coordination of contract execution.

Skills

Risk Identification

Contract Management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

B.Sc. Degree in Quantity Surveying or Engineering

Job description

Hill International is a leading global construction consulting firm that provides program and project management, construction management, cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance to clients across diverse industries involved in major construction projects worldwide. With over 4,300 employees in 100 offices worldwide, Hill provides a full range of services to clients in various industries including transportation, infrastructure, energy, oil and gas, government, and commercial.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities :

• Full administration of construction contracts, including all related correspondence.
• Periodic preparation and processing of site reports.
• Support the Construction and Project Controls Team on all Contractual aspects.
• Management of Owner approval process.
• Coordination of contract execution.
• Manage and coordinate the preparation of the Contract documents for execution by the Contractor and Client.
• Management of claims avoidance activities.
• Contract and change control administration including :
• Schedule administration;
• Time and / or Cost Claim administration including variations, changes and / or extensions of the Time for completion;
• Bonds, Guarantees and Insurances administration.
• Review and analyse the validity of contractual claims and recommend appropriate action as and when assigned and provide appropriate contractual responses.
• Preparation of contractual correspondence and notices both in the administration of the Contract as well as in response to contractual correspondence received from consultants, contractors, suppliers and any other parties.
• Follow-up proper closeout of completed contracts with respect to the issuance of required completion certificates, release letters, the return of performance bank guarantees, etc.
• Liaise with the Pre-Qualification function to plan surveys for qualifying new contractors / suppliers, including participation in shop surveys.
• Assist with preparing standard tender documents, including standard forms of contracts for all types of works, services, consultancy, and manpower, in coordination with legal, audit and finance.
• Participate in preparing / updating the Companys Contracts Policy and Procedures and preparing control management documents such as Tender Board terms of reference.
• Ensure feedback information related to tenderers performance during the tendering stage and build the database.
• Implement approved Section policies, processes, systems, standards, and procedures to support the Sections work programs in line with Company and International standards.
• Comply with all applicable legislation and legal regulations.
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures within Hill International and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager / supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills :

• B.Sc. Degree in Quantity Surveying or Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in the preparation of contracts within a large organization.
• Professional Membership such as RICS, CIOB, and CIArb with additional qualifications in construction contract law is desirable.
• Pre and post-contract experience working for Cost Consultants, Employers / Developers / end users, or Project Management Consultants preferred, and Contractor experience will be considered.
• Previous experience working on large-scale complex Projects preferred.
• Proven demonstrated work experience might be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to identify risks as soon as practically possible and the management / mitigation of them thereafter.
• Certification in supply chain or contracts will be a merit, i.e. CIPS or similar.
• Technical understanding of building, reviewing and finalising various contracts and tendering processes.
• Sound understanding of commercial management principles with technical knowledge and diversified capabilities in contracts and risks management, cost-effectiveness, and legal / economic aspects.
• High degree of competence in understanding contractual, commercial, technical and risk issues and, therefore, the preparation of Contractual sound correspondence in accordance with FIDIC and other Forms of Contract.
• High competence in understanding regulations and control and other relevant legal guidelines.
• High degree of competence regarding numerical, communication and negotiation skills.

Why Hill International?

At Hill International, we pride ourselves on delivering world-class projects . Joining our talent pool gives you access to future opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects around the world, with an emphasis on safety, innovation, and sustainability . We offer competitive compensation, career growth, and a chance to be part of a global leader in construction consulting.

How to Apply

If you have the experience and passion for working on different projects, we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter through our online application system. By joining our talent pool, you will be considered for future opportunities with Hill International in aviation projects across various regions.

Submit your application today to be considered for exciting future opportunities with Hill International!

Disclaimer : This is an evergreen job posting for future opportunities with Hill International. By applying, you are joining our talent pool for current and upcoming aviation infrastructure projects. While we review applications on an ongoing basis, please note that you may not hear from us immediately. We will reach out to candidates whose qualifications align with specific project needs as they arise. We appreciate your interest and patience in being considered for exciting opportunities with Hill International in the future.

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Project Administrator • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates