Contract Administrator - 6M FTC

Kone México; Woking; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kone México is seeking a skilled Contract Administrator to support their Quantity Surveying team in Chertsey, soon relocating to Woking. This role involves managing contracts, ensuring compliance, and supporting project delivery, making it a vital part of construction project management. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Excel and possess strong communication and administrative skills.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Construction industry experience is a bonus but not necessary.
• Resilience, determination, and ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare monthly valuations and ensure timely payments.
• Act as the point of contact for contract-related queries.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Administrative skills

People skills

Commercial awareness

Resilience

Job description

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Contract Administrator - 6M FTC

Solliciteren locations Chertsey Woking time type Full time posted on 2 dagen geleden geplaatst job requisition id R0650706

Location:Chertsey (relocating to Woking end July)
Contract Type:6-Month Fixed Term Contract
Department:Quantity Surveying / Commercial Team

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for aContract Administratorto join our team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Based in our Chertsey office (soon relocating to Woking), this role supports our Quantity Surveying team in the contractual and financial management of construction projects.

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring contractual compliance, supporting project delivery, and maintaining accurate financial documentation. You’ll be responsible for managing and administering contracts throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory standards, and facilitating smooth project execution through clear and effective communication

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management:

• Prepare monthly valuations and applications for submittal to the customer.
• Ensure timely payments to KONE to maintain positive cash flow.
• Support the negotiation and agreement of final accounts.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are met by all parties.
• Maintain accurate records of contract correspondence, variations, and claims.
• Assist project managers and site teams with contract interpretation and compliance.

Project Support:

• Support Project Managers in converting opportunities into profitable variation orders.
• Maintain up-to-date records of variations, scope changes, and entitlement events.
• Understand the scope of subcontracts, including obligations between KONE, clients, and subcontractors.
• Support cost control efforts and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and milestones in line with contractual terms.
• Identify and document events that may lead to delays or extensions of time.
• Coordinate with Quantity Surveyors, Legal, and Finance teams as required.

Risk & Compliance:

• Identify potential risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements.
• Monitor KONE’s compliance with contractual obligations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain comprehensive records for compliance, contractual, and financial matters.

Communication & Reporting:

• Act as the primary point of contact for contract-related queries.
• Prepare regular reports on contract status, changes, and issues.
• Facilitate meetings with stakeholders to review contract performance.
• Maintain project forecasts for cost, revenue, and profitability using SAP and business reporting tools.
• Perform cost/value reconciliations (contract value vs. contract cost)

Skills and experience required:

• Use of Microsoft programmes (Excel is essential)
• Communication skills in English (written and verbal).
• Administrative skills.
• People skills and the ability to build and develop relationships.
• Construction or industry experience is a bonus (but not necessary).
• Resilience, determination, and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Good commercial awareness.

Any training will be provided.

Bij KONE geloven we dat onze medewerkers de sleutel zijn tot succes. We zijn trots op de arbeidsvoorwaarden die wij bieden, deze dragen bij aan de betrokkenheid en motivatie van onze medewerkers. We hebben een open en informele cultuur waar medewerkers met respect voor elkaar samenwerken met als streven de beste resultaten te behalen. Dit helpt ons om van KONE een ‘great place to work’ te maken. We ondersteunen persoonlijke groei en bieden diverse kansen aan om je carrière binnen KONE verder te ontwikkelen.

Bekijk hier onze vacatures: https://www.kone.nl/werken-bij/